Tag: Area OPP

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On January 23, 2024, at 1:27 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a suspected impaired driver operating a commercial vehicle in the town of Kincardine.

Officers located the vehicle and noted that the driver was exhibiting signs of impairment. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) for testing.

As a result of the police investigation, the driver was determined to be involved in other matters.

Joey HACHEY-BUCCHIANCO, 27-years-old, from the Province of Quebec was charged with:

• Impaired Driving
• Possession of a Controlled Substance
• Possession of a Forged Document – two counts
• Mischief under $5,000
• Obstruct a Peace Officer
• Fail to Comply with Probation – two counts

The accused was held in custody pending the results of a show cause hearing.

An impaired driving charge includes an immediate 90-day driver’s license suspension and an immediate 7-day vehicle impoundment.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – A motor vehicle driver is facing charges after the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop in the Township of Perth East.

On Thursday, January 18th, 2024, just after 9:00 p.m. OPP was alerted to a motor vehicle that was observed driving in a concerning matter. OPP spoke with the vehicle driver and as a result, Lindsay Ballantyne, 35, of Stratford, was charged with:

–       Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on February 12, 2024 to answer to the charges. A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per stature.

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

(WEST PERTH, ON) – A motor vehicle driver is facing charges after the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated a traffic stop in the Municipality of West Perth.

On Saturday, January 20^th, 2024, just after 11:00 p.m. Perth County OPP conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle in Mitchell. An investigation was initiated, and it was determined the driver was impaired. 

David Hartleib, 66, of Stratford, was charged with:

–       Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on February 26, 2024 to answer to the charge. A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per stature.

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

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On January 21, 2024, at 12:09 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a disturbance in the 300 block of Queen Street in Kincardine.

Officers responded with members of Bruce County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to find an individual had been injured with an edged weapon.

As a result of the police investigation, one person was taken into custody without incident.

Kimberley HUNT, 41-years-old from the Municipality of Kincardine was charged with:

• Assault with a Weapon
• Fail to Comply with Probation – two counts

The accused remains in custody pending the results of a show cause hearing.

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On January 18, 2024, at 8:58 p.m., members of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting R.I.D.E. on Millenium Way in Kincardine when a vehicle stopped.

Officers noted that the driver was exhibiting signs of impairment. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) for testing.

Justin HAVENS, 24-years-old, from the Township of Huron Kinloss was charged with Impaired Driving and Drive with Cannabis Readily Available.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton on February 28, 2024, to answer to the charges.

An impaired driving charge includes an immediate 90-day driver’s license suspension and an immediate 7-day vehicle impoundment.

(MEAFORD/GREY HIGHLANDS, ON) – On January 15, 2024, at 5:36 a.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police responded to a report of a stolen John Deere tractor from a property in the Municipality of Meaford.

Police learned that a tractor which was utilized for snow removal had been stolen from a parking lot sometime between 11:00 p.m., and 5:00 a.m. At 5:36 a.m., the Grey Bruce OPP were called advising that the tractor was observed and being followed by a citizen in the Municipality of Grey Highlands.

Police attended the area and as a result, two individuals were taken into custody without incident.

Tamara Flynn, 29-year-old from the Municipality of Meaford has been charged with the following:

·      Theft over $5000

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

·      Failure to comply with undertaking

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on February 22, 2024.

Elliot Kavanagh, 39-year-old from the Municipality of Meaford has been charged with the following:

·      Theft over $5000

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

·      Possession of property obtained by crime

·      Fail to comply with probation

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on February 22, 2024.

(SAUGEEN TWP, ON) – On January 21, 2024, at 10:38 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a serious two-vehicle vehicle collision along Highway 21 in Saugeen Township.

Officers responded to the scene with members of the Saugeen Shores Police Service, Saugeen Shores Fire Department and Bruce County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to find a van and a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) involved in the collision.

A passenger from the SUV was taken to a local hospital where they were pronounced deceased.

The driver of the SUV was airlifted to a London hospital for treatment of serious injuries.

Highway 21 is closed between Bruce County Road 40 and Concession 2, Saugeen Township for the protection of emergency responders. Motorists are asked to respect the closure and avoid the incident area. 

The South Bruce OPP is continuing to investigate the collision along with members of the OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) team and the Coroner’s Office.

(WEST PERTH, ON) – On January 12, 2024, just after 1:00 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with Huron County OPP, Perth County Paramedic Services and West Perth Fire Services responded to a report of a single vehicle collision in the area of Perth Road 180, near Line 28, in the Municipality of West Perth. 

One person was transported to local hospital. No serious injuries were reported.  

Michael Greer, a 36-year-old resident of Huron-Kinloss was arrested and charged with

–       Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

–       Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000

–       Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

–       Operation While Prohibited Under the Criminal Code

–       Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused in this matter was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – On January 16, 2024, just before 6:00 p.m., Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles.

OPP members responded to the area of Line 34, east of Shakespeare, in the Township of Perth East. No serious injuries were reported.

Police initiated an investigation and as a result, Yuri Katchouk, a 33-year-old resident of Stratford was charged with

–      Operation while Impaired- alcohol and drugs

–      Operation while Impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on February 12, 2024, to answer to the charges. A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per stature.

(CARRICK TWP, ON) – On January 16, 2024, at 4:43 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a single vehicle crash near the intersection of Bruce County Road 4 and Concession 10 in Carrick Township.

Officers responded to the scene to find the vehicle had left the roadway and come to rest in the ditch.

The driver was exhibiting signs of impairment. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) for testing.

Jordan ABURANEH, 34-years-old, from the Municipality of North Perth was charged with Impaired Driving, Driving while Impaired by Drug and Possession of a Controlled Substance.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton on February 28, 2024, to answer to the charges.

An impaired driving charge includes an immediate 90-day driver’s license suspension and an immediate 7-day vehicle impoundment.

The South Bruce 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.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

(BLUEWATER, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Bluewater resident with several criminal offences following a traffic complaint on Friday January 12th. 

Police received information from a concerned citizen that an individual may be driving while under the influence in the Municipality of Bluewater (Bayfield). The complaint was received by police just before 8:00 p.m. on January 12^th, 2024. Officers patrolled the area and were able to locate the suspect vehicle as described by the caller.

Police attempted to stop the vehicle north of Bayfield, however the driver failed to stop for police. The vehicle entered a property on Old River Road in Bluewater and the driver exited the vehicle. Police attempted to arrest the driver, but the driver resisted. Officers were able to place the suspect under arrest for Impaired Operation and take them into custody. The driver was transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton for further breath tests before an OPP qualified breath technician which resulted in breath samples exceeding the legal limit.

Colin CORRIVEAU, 42 years of age from Bluewater has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80,

–      Flight from Peace Officer,

–      Resist Peace Officer,

–      Mischief Under $5,000.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused has since been released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for February 26th, 2024, at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

If you suspect anyone is driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, please call 911 immediately and provide as much information as you can to police. Safe roadways are everyone’s responsibility.

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Bluewater resident with Theft Under $5,000 and Impaired Operation after a complaint was reported to police on Sunday, December 3^rd,2023. 

Huron OPP received a report of a theft from a retail store in Goderich that occurred on November 26^th, 2023, and was discovered through video surveillance footage on December 2^nd, 2023. A lone suspect was captured on video removing two portable generators from the store on November 26^th, 2023, without paying for the items, valued at just under $2,000.

Huron OPP officers investigated the theft and were able to identify the suspect. The suspect was subsequently arrested and charged with the theft on December 3^rd, 2023. The accused was released from custody with a requirement to attend the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton for fingerprints.

On the 10^th of January 2024, the accused attended the Huron OPP detachment for fingerprinting. Officers noted that the accused was displaying signs of impairment. Officers had reason to believe that the accused was driving while impaired by drug, and they were subsequently arrested.

The accused was then transported to the South Bruce OPP Detachment in Walkerton for further tests by an OPP Drug Recognition Expert (D.R.E.).  

Following the police investigations into the two separate incidents, the accused; Matko DIVIC, 47 years-of-age from Bluewater has been charged with the following offences:

–      Theft Under $5,000,

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused’ driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days.

The accused was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 26^th, 2024. 

UCE COUNTY, ON) – An investigation conducted by the Huron-Perth Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU), Grey-Bruce Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU), Organized Crime Towing and Auto Theft Team and members of the Huron OPP resulted in the recovery of a stolen pickup truck and seizure of illegal drugs, with a total value exceeding $44,000.

On Wednesday, January 10th, 2024, a search warrant was executed at a residence on Chepstow Road, Walkerton, Bruce County resulting from an investigation involving a stolen pickup truck. 

As a result of the investigation, police recovered a stolen 2020 Ford F150 pickup truck and seized a quantity of suspected cocaine and methamphetamine.

The combined estimated value of the seized drugs is $1,200.

The estimated value of the recovered truck is $43,000.

Donna DREDGE, 60 years of age from Bruce County has been charged with:

• Possession of Cocaine,
• Possession of Methamphetamine,
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – Over $5,000.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled in the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on February 14^th, 2024.

Any person with information regarding this incident or any other incident is asked to contact South Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 

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

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Goderich area resident with Theft and Trespassing at Night following an investigation involving two separate incidents. 

In the early morning hours of December 8th, 2023, a parcel was stolen from a residence on Cambria Road in Goderich. On January 5^th, 2024, also in the early morning hours, a second incident took place at the same address where an individual searched the same victim’s mailbox for valuables. Huron County OPP officers were able to identify the suspect and locate them in the Town of Goderich on January 5^th.

The suspect was arrested and transported to the Huron OPP detachment for processing.

Lief EDWARDS, 37 years of age from no fixed address in the Goderich area has been charged with:

–      Theft Under $5,000,

–      Trespassing at Night – (two counts).

The accused was released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 26^th, 2024.