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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

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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GUELPH-ERAMOSA OPP Police Press Releases

Collision On 86 Sends 5 To Hospital

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with local emergency services attended the scene of a serious motor vehicle collision on Wellington Road 86, just outside of Ariss.

On July 1, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a serious head-on collision involving two motor vehicles, resulting in Wellington Road 86 being closed between Eighth Line East and Sideroad 16, within Guelph-Eramosa Township.

As a result of the collision, five individuals were transported to hospital, including a 16-year-old passenger who sustained life-altering injuries; All drivers and passengers involved suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Wellington Road 86 will remain closed between Eighth Line East and Sideroad 16, pending the current investigation. Reopening is currently unknown at this time.

The investigation is still ongoing. Information will be provided when available.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

Bus Rollover Sends 25 To Hospital

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a serious collision on Highway 516 in Sioux Lookout that has left 25 people with minor to possible life-altering injuries.

On Sunday, June 29, 2025, at approximately 6:45 p.m., members of the Sioux Lookout Detachment of the OPP were called to a bus rollover on Highway 516 near Stain Lake. The single-vehicle collision involved a bus with over 30 adult passengers, who were tree-planting in the area this summer. As a result of the incident, 25 people were transported to hospitals for medical treatment. One person is reported to have sustained life-altering injuries at this time.

Northwest Emergency Medical Services, Sioux Lookout Fire Service, Ornge air ambulance, Ministry of Transportation, and OPP Technical Collision Investigators and Reconstructionist assisted Sioux Lookout OPP in the response to the incident.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information or video footage of the incident is asked to contact the Sioux Lookout OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

22 Year Old From Hanover Charged Following Collision

(BROCKTON, ON) – On June 30, 2025, at approximately 10:39 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 9 and Bruce Road 3, Municipality of Brockton.

Officers attended the location with Brockton Fire & Emergency Services and Bruce County Paramedic Services. Police observed the intersection to be blocked by two vehicles. Occupants were treated for minor injuries on scene.

The roadway has since been cleared, a 22-year-old Hanover resident was charged with:

  • Red light – fail to stop, HTA 144(18)

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.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

5 Students Sent To Hospital Following School Bus Collision

(BLIND RIVER, ON)- On Thursday, June 19, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Algoma Paramedic Services responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a school bus and a commercial motor vehicle at the intersection of Causley Street and Hanes Avenue in the Town of Blind River.

At the time of the incident, the school bus was transporting seventeen elementary students from Blind River Public School and St. Mary’s Catholic School.

Five students were transported to the Blind River hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Further information will be released as it becomes available.

Any person with information or dashcam footage regarding this incident should contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

2 BEARSS Arrested Following Collsion Involving Children

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Melancthon resident with impaired driving-related offences following a collision involving a utility vehicle that was carrying three children.

On June 16, 2025, shortly before 8:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a 911 call reporting a motor vehicle collision involving a utility vehicle in the area of 270 Sideroad in the Township of Melancthon. Upon arrival, officers and emergency crews located all involved parties and assessed them for injuries.

During their interaction with the male driver, officers observed signs of impairment and subsequently initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Evan BEARSS, a 38-year-old male, from Melancthon Township has been charged with:

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

Karolina BEARSS, a 39-year-old female, from Melancthon Township has been charged with:

•      Obstruct Peace Officer

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended, and their vehicle impounded.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Motorcycle Collision In South Huron

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – On June 12, 2025, at approximately 9:14 p.m., members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision along Road 164 between Woodham Road and Kirkton Road, Municipality of South Huron.

Officers arrived on scene to discover that a collision had occurred between a pickup truck and a motorcycle. A 29-year-old operator of the motorcycle was transported to hospital with serious injuries.

Road 164 was closed overnight between Woodham Road and Kirkton Road, it has since been reopened. The investigation remains ongoing.

The Huron 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) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Lambton OPP Police Press Releases

School Bus Collision – 73 Year Old Charged

(LAMBTON COUNTY, ON) – Lambton County OPP investigating a two-vehicle collision involving a school bus and a motorcycle.

On June 10, 2025, at 3:07 p.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Lambton EMS were dispatched to Oil Heritage Road at Lasalle Line in Enniskillen Township, for the report of a two-vehicle collision between a school bus and a motorcycle.

The school bus had children on it; however, no children were injured, and there were no injuries reported to either driver.

The driver of the school bus, a 73-year-old of Petrolia, was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Proceed contrary to sign at intersection.

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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BLANDFORD-BLENHEIM OPP Police Press Releases

Train Vs Car Collision – One Arrested

 (BLANDFORD-BLENHEIM, ON) – Charges have been laid after a train and a car collided in Blandford-Blenheim Township.

On June 7, 2025, at approximately 5:30 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford detachment, responded to a collision involving a car and a train.

The driver of the vehicle was taken to a local hospital with minor injuries.

Katie BILLINGS, a 38-year-old resident of Cambridge has been charged with the following criminal offences:

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Operation While Impaired

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on July 15, 2025.

Police want to remind the public that no amount of drugs or alcohol is safe to operate a vehicle. Please drive safe, drive sober.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Collision Closes Road

(South Bruce Peninsula, ON) – The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently on scene investigating a serious single-vehicle collision that occurred on Spring Creek Road in South Bruce Peninsula.

At approximately 3:06 a.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025, officers responded to a report of a collision on Spring Creek Road.

As a result of the ongoing investigation and the presence of emergency personnel, Spring Creek Road is currently closed between Legion Road and Allenford Road. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

Updates will be provided as they become available.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Perth

Train Bridge Collision Stops Traffic

(WEST PERTH, ON) – A single motor vehicle collision with a train bridge has resulted in train traffic being stopped in the Municipality of West Perth

On June 4, 2025 the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Perth Road 145, south of Perth Line 34 at the Goderich-Exeter Railway (GEXR) bridge. The bridge sustained damages that required trains to be stopped until repairs are completed.

Perth Line 145 will be closed between Perth Line 34 and Perth Line 32 for approximately one week. There is no estimated time for when the stop-train will be lifted and the bridge will be re-opened.

As a result of the police investigation, a 47-year-old, male resident of Stratford has been charged with the following offence:

Careless Driving, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act.

The Perth County OPP wants to remind all drivers to always be aware of their surroundings, including height and weight restrictions for vehicles on specific roadways.

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ADELAIDE METCALFE OPP Police Press Releases

School Bus Involved In Collision

(ADELAIDE-METCALFE, ON) – Middlesex County OPP investigating a two-vehicle collision involving a school bus.

On June 3, 2025, at 3:54 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Middlesex-London Paramedic Service were dispatched to Centre Road in Adelaide Metcalfe, for the report of a two-vehicle collision between a pickup truck and a school bus.

The school bus was loaded with 34 elementary aged students.

The bus sustained minor damage and was driven away. The pickup truck was towed from the scene.

There were no injuries reported.

A 35-year-old of St. Thomas was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Careless Driving.

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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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Motorcyclist Serious Injured

A motorcyclist has been seriously injured after a collision in Clarington.

On Monday, May 26, 202,5 at approximately 3:00 p.m., members from East Division attended a motor vehicle collision on Lakeshore Road east of Stephenson Road.  A black Chevrolet pick-up was eastbound on Lakeshore Road going up a grade, the driver moved over the centre line in order to avoid a parked vehicle.  As the pick-up went over the crest, a westbound Suzuki motorcycle being operated by a 61-year-old male from Oshawa had crested the grade. As a result, a collision occurred between the black Chevrolet and the motorcycle in the westbound lane, and the motorcycle rider was ejected from his bike.

The motorcycle rider suffered serious, life-threatening injuries and was transported by Durham EMS to a local area hospital. ORNGE Air Ambulance attended and transferred the male to a Toronto-area Trauma Centre where he remains in the Critical Care Unit with serious life-threatening injuries.

The operator of the pick-up cooperated with Police and was uninjured.

Members of the DRPS – Collision Investigation Unit, attended the scene and investigated the circumstances of the incident. The area of the roadway was closed for a period of time while evidence was collected. This collision is still under investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call DC Kollaard at 905-579-1520 (toll free 1-888-579-1520) ext. 5267.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward. 

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Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

UPDATE: 4 Teenagers & 1 Adult Dead Following Collision

(MIDDLESEX, ON) – A fifth person has died following a multi-vehicle collision in Middlesex County.

On Friday, May 23, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., members of the Middlesex County and Oxford County detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with fire and emergency medical services, responded to the intersection of Thorndale Road and Cobble Hills Road after a sport utility vehicle (SUV) collided with a transport truck that then collided with a second SUV.

The occupants in the first SUV, A 33-year-old male, was transported to hospital with serious life-threatening injuries and was later pronounced deceased. Two 17-year-old females and a 16-year-old female were pronounced deceased on scene. The fifth passenger, a 16-year-old female, was airlifted by Ornge to hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased.

The driver and passenger of the second SUV and the driver of the transport truck sustained minor injuries.

Members of the Middlesex County OPP and OPP West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement Team continue to investigate the collision.

Thorndale Road and Cobbles Hills Road were closed for several hours to allow for investigation and have since been reopened.

Investigators are asking members of the public that may have been in the area at the time of the incident to check their dash camera footage in the event they captured the event, or the vehicles involved.

Anyone with information is being asked to contact the Middlesex County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

No further information is going to be released. Updates will be provided when new information becomes available.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

3 Vehicle Collision On Hwy 10

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment are investigating a three-vehicle motor vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 10 and Old Base Line Road in the Town of Caledon.

On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at approximately 7:58 a.m. officers were dispatched to a three-vehicle collision involving a tractor trailer, cube van and a pickup truck at the intersection of Highway 10 and Old Base Line Road in the Town of Caledon. Upon arrival officers found one driver trapped in a vehicle, while the other two drivers on scene also sustained injuries from the collision.

With the assistance of Peel Regional Paramedic Services and Caledon Fire Services the trapped occupant was extracted from the vehicle. All three drivers were transported to local area hospitals with injuries ranging from minor to life threatening. However, the injuries for all the drivers were downgraded to non-life threatening.

Highway 10 and Old Base Line Road remained closed while members of Caledon OPP conducted a thorough investigation. Both roads have since been reopened.

As the investigation continues, Caledon OPP is requesting anyone who may have witnessed the collision or who may have dash camera footage of the area during that time to please contact the Caledon OPP Detachment at (905) 584-2241 or Toll-Free at 1-888-310-1122.

Caledon OPP would also like to remind all drivers, that every time you get behind the wheel, you’re not just responsible for your own safety, but for the safety of everyone around you. Let’s all do our part to keep the roads safe. Drive responsibly, follow the signs, and stay alert!