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Area OPP Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Huron East Resident Arrested

(HURON EAST, ON) – An investigation conducted by officers from the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Huron-Perth OPP Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU), Grey-Bruce OPP CSCU, West Region OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), and Toronto Police Service resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs and offence-related property. Criminal charges have been laid against a Huron East resident.

An investigation initiated in January 2025 by members of the Huron-Perth CSCU led investigators to addresses in Vanastra (Municipality of Huron East), and North York.

On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, search warrants were executed in Vanastra and North York which resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs and related property. One individual has been arrested and charged.

A quantity of suspected fentanyl and cocaine were seized. The total value of the illegal drugs seized is estimated at $12,470. Additional offence-related property including cellular phones, packaging, and a digital scale seized by police totaled $4,100.

Howard HYLTON, 41 years of age from Huron East has been charged with:

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl,
  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine.

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

Any person with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web tip at “P3tips.com” where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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East Ferris OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested In Drug Bust

(EAST FERRIS, ON) – Two individuals are facing multiple charges after police stopped a stolen vehicle and seized drugs.

On March 23, 2025, at approximately 9 p.m., the North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were patrolling on Highway 17 when the Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) system detected a stolen vehicle. Officers conducted a traffic stop, and both the driver and passenger were arrested for possession of stolen property.

During a search incident to arrest, police seized suspected fentanyl, crystal methamphetamine, hydromorphone, and morphine, with an estimated street value of approximately $6,500. Also seized were five cell phones, a digital scale, drug packaging materials, an expandable baton, gift cards, and approximately $580 in Canadian currency. 

As a result of this investigation, William BOLESTRIDGE, 36 years-of-age of Ottawa, was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – hydromorphone
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – morphine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts

Further, Christianne WABANO, 35 years-of-age of Ottawa, was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – hydromorphone
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – morphine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

Both accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on March 26, 2025.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged as a result of a drug trafficking investigation conducted by the Haldimand/Norfolk Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

At approximately 4:56 a.m. on Thursday, March 20, 2025, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU, with support from the OPP West Region Canine Unit, Emergency Response Team, and Tactics and Rescue Unit, executed a search warrant at an address on Imperial Street in Delhi, Norfolk County, as part of a drug trafficking investigation.

After entering the residence on the property, officers took two individuals into custody without incident.

During searches of the residence and surrounding property, officers seized suspected fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine, along with replica handguns, prohibited weapons, Canadian currency, and various drug-related paraphernalia. A red 1997 Honda FourTrax all-terrain vehicle, previously reported stolen from a Norfolk County address, was also recovered.

Photographs of the seized and recovered items are attached for reference.

46-year-old Denise STALEY from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon (two counts),
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose (two counts),
  • Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose (two counts),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

47-year-old Kyle YOUNG from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon (two counts),
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose (two counts),
  • Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose (two counts),
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order (two counts),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Driving while under suspension (two counts).

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Monday, March 24, 2025.

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Belleville Police Service Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – CRUISE

(MIDLAND, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) from Southern Georgian Bay and Orillia Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police executed a search warrant at a Highway 93 Waverly, Tay Township residential address at approximately 11:00 a.m. March 21, 2025.

CSCU investigators assisted by uniform OPP officers along with members of the OPP Central Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), seized a considerable quantity of a drug like substances believed to be Cocaine, Crack Cocaine, Codeine pills, over $28,000 Canadian currency, 2024 Jeep Wrangler, 2018 Mercedes C300, a conducted energy weapon (CEW) along with cell phones and other related drug paraphernalia.

Also seized was approximately $25,000 in high end purses, bags, clothing and jewelry alleged to have been obtained by the proceeds of crime.

Investigators have arrested and charged Chantal CRUISE 40 years of Tay Township with the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada and the Controlled Drug and Substances Act and who was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 1, 2025.

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada (three counts)
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Weapon
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

$50,000 Drug Bust At RIDE

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – Two people are facing charges after a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check resulted in police locating suspected drugs.

On March 21, 2025, at approximately 12:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) alongside the United Chief and Councils of Manitoulin Police Service Commission (UCCM) Canine Unit, conducted a RIDE check at the Little Current Swing Bridge on Meredith Street. A vehicle came through the check, and police initiated an investigation. With assistance from UCCM Police Service Dog (PSD) Ben, and his handler, police located suspected drugs, and the driver and passenger were arrested.

As a result, police seized an amount of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $49,000, an amount of suspected crack cocaine with an estimated street value of $650, approximately $450 in Canadian currency, and an axe.

The driver, Ashley JACKO-METANSININE, 31-years-old from Wikwemikong Unceded Territory, was charged with:

  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – other drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – opioid
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Failure to comply with release order – two counts
  • Operate motor vehicle without insurance
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence
  • Drive motor vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device

The passenger, Elizabeth SHAWANDA, 26-years-old from Wikwemikong Unceded Territory, was charged with:

  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – other drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – opioid
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000

Both accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice today, March 21, 2025.

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EAST ZORRA - TAVISTOCK OPP Police Press Releases

Jeffrey Scheerer Facing Charges

(EAST-ZORRA TAVISTOCK, ON) – One person is facing multiple charges following a traffic stop in the Township of East Zorra – Tavistock.

On March 18, 2025, members of the Oxford County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting patrol on Highway 59 in the Township of East Zorra – Tavistock, where a vehicle was stopped for a Highway Traffic Act infraction.

Jeffrey Scheerer, 52-years-old of Woodstock, has been charged under the Criminal Code with Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine.

Additionally, the accused was charged with the following offences under the Highway Traffic Act and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act:  

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

·      Improper number plate light

Police seized a quantity of suspected cocaine.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on May 6, 2025.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

4 Arrested In Drug Bust

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – Four individuals have been arrested after a drug investigation by the East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) into drug trafficking in the Quinte West area. 

On Thursday, March 20, 2025, members of the Street Crime Unit, assisted by the East Region Tactics and Rescue Unit, and Quinte West OPP officers, conducted an early morning traffic stop and executed a search warrant on Mill Street in Frankford. Four people were arrested during the process without incident. Three parties were charged, and one was released without charges.

Officers seized over 34 grams of suspected cocaine, over two grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine, cash and other items associated with drug trafficking.

Tammy MACGREGOR, aged 48 from Quinte West, and Judy BROWN, aged 38 from Quinte West have been charged with one count each of possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking.

Tanner WICKENS, aged 25 from Quinte West, has been charged with three counts of failing to comply with a release order.

MACGREGOR and WICKENS were held for a bail hearing, while BROWN was released with a court date.

All parties are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville.   

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

WANNEK – Drugs

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after receiving reports of a suspicious vehicle.

On March 15, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., Renfrew OPP received reports of a suspicious vehicle parked at a local business in the Town of Renfrew. It was reported that the vehicle had been there for approximately four hours with the music blaring.

Police located the vehicle matching the description and spoke to the driver.

As a result of the investigation, Andrew Robert WANNEK, age 34, of Eganville, was charged with:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance

·        Obstruct peace officer

·        Possess unmarked cigarettes

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 16, 2025.

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Elgin Police Press Releases

$100,000 Drug Bust

(ELGIN COUNTY, ON) – On March 18, 2025 at approximately 5:00 a.m. the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin-Middlesex Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) in collaboration with the St. Thomas Police Service Street Crime Unit assisted by the West Region Tactics and Rescue Unit (WR TRU), the West Region Canine Unit (WR K9), the Oxford-Brant CSCU, the Lambton CSCU, the Haldimand-Norfolk CSCU, the Essex CSCU and the West Region Emergency Response Team (WR ERT) executed search warrants at two residences in the City of London and one in the City of St. Thomas.

As a result of the executed search warrants, police seized quantities of suspected narcotics including cocaine, psilocybin, oxycodone, fentanyl, crack cocaine, and clonazepam with an estimated street value of over $100,000.00. Police also seized a quantity of property including scales, cellular phones, packaging (bags, elastics), magazines, ammunition, and over $45,000.00 Canadian Currency.

Four individuals were taken into custody.

The OPP has charged Kyle Catherwood, a 30-year-old from London with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000 – in Canada
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Possession of Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Possession of a Schedule III Substance

The OPP also charged Mariah King, a 29-year-old from London with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine)
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 – in Canada
  • Laundering Proceeds of Crime – did use – commission in Canada
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Possession of a Schedule III Substance
  • Possession of Prohibited Device or ammunition

Additionally, the OPP charged Cody Gregory, a 34-year-old of the City of St. Thomas with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000 – in Canada
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order – other than to attend court
  • Distribute Intimate Image without Consent

All accused individuals were held for bail hearings and have since been remanded into custody. The fourth individual was released unconditionally.

The OPP would like to thank the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) for their assistance in this investigation.

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Matheson OPP Police Press Releases

Mason EMANS Facing Numerous Charges

(MATHESON, ON) – A traffic complaint on Highway 101 leads to a driver being charged.

On March 17, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., members of the Iroquois Falls Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on Highway 101, in the Town of Matheson. 

As a result of the investigation police seized a suspected amount of methamphetamine and fentanyl with an estimated street value of $40,000. Police also seized a conductive energy weapon and over $2,000 in Canadian currency.

Mason EMANS, 24 years-old, of Holtyre was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid
  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Drive motor vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Operate motor vehicle without insurance
  • Use plates not authorized for vehicle
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner

The accused remains in custody.

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OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(PETERBOROUGH, ON) – Three individuals are facing a combined seven charges under the Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) after search warrants were executed in Peterborough, Ottawa and Sault Ste. Marie.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) and Peterborough Police Service (PPS) Drug Unit began a drug trafficking investigation in the summer of 2024, which resulted in arrests in January 2025.

On March 3, 2025, officers conducted a vehicle stop and arrested an individual for drug trafficking offences. Three search warrants were also executed in Peterborough, Ottawa and Sault Ste. Marie by officers from OPP OCEB, OPP Provincial Operations Intelligence Bureau, Sault Ste. Marie OPP, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry OPP Community Street Crime Unit, PPS and Sault Ste. Marie Police Service (SSMPS).

On March 6, 2025, SSMPS executed a search warrant in Sault Ste. Marie.

The investigation resulted in the seizure of the following items:

  •         Approximately 635 g of suspected fentanyl
  •         Approximately 60 g of suspected cocaine
  •         Approximately $10,000 in Canadian currency
  •         Four cell phones

The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $133,000.

Jonathan MORNINGSTAR, age 31 of Ottawa, has been charged with the following two offences under the CC and CDSA:

  •         Possession of property obtained by crime
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa on April 17, 2025.

Antonio WILLIAMS, age 30 of Toronto, has been charged with the following three offences under the CC and CDSA:

  •         Possession of property obtained by crime
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sault Ste. Marie on March 31, 2025.

Kyle MCLELLAND, age 20 of Sault Ste. Marie, has been charged with the following two CDSA offences:

  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sault Ste. Marie on March 31, 2025.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illicit drugs should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust

(OTTAWA, ON) – Ten people are facing a combined 58 charges under the Criminal Code (CC) and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) after a drug trafficking investigation in Ottawa and the surrounding communities.

In late 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG) began a drug trafficking investigation in Ottawa. Between March 3 and 5, 2025, members from the OPP-led PGNG, OPP Provincial Auto Theft and Towing Team, OPP Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit, Sûreté du Québec, Ottawa Police Service, Service de police de la Ville de Gatineau and Canada Border Services Agency executed six search warrants on residences in Ottawa, Gatineau and Renfrew, and three vehicle search warrants.

The following items were seized:

  •         Two firearms
  •         Approximately 1.17 kg of suspected cocaine
  •         Approximately 8 g of suspected fentanyl
  •         More than 150 pregabalin tablets
  •         More than 390 alprazolam tablets
  •         More than 100 hydromorphone tablets
  •         $187,419 in Canadian currency
  •         Two vehicles as offence-related property
  •         Nine cell phones
  •         Digital scales
  •         Pepper spray
  •         Luxury watches and jewellery
  •         Two money counters
  •         Packaging material

The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $113,000.

Further details relating to the accused and their respective charges can be found in the attached Addendum of Charged Persons.

Anyone with any information about illegal firearms or the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illicit drugs should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Police Press Releases Thunder Bay Police Service

$225,000 Drug Bust

Incident Number TB24043424

Five people were arrested and quantities of suspected drugs have been seized after a pair of search warrants were executed.

The Thunder Bay Police Service Intelligence Unit began an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity in June 2024. Several suspects were identified during the course of the investigation.

As a result of the investigation, search warrants were obtained and executed at a Cameron Street residence and another residence on Rona Street on Thursday, March 13.

Five suspects were arrested. Police seized quantities of suspected cocaine, fentanyl and methamphetamine, along with paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking and an unloaded shotgun.

The estimated street value of the drugs seized exceeds $225,000.

John DEPAOLA, 63, of Thunder Bay, is charged with the following:
• Trafficking Cocaine x3
• Trafficking Fentanyl
• Unsafe Storage of a Firearm
• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Careless Storage of a Firearm
• Breach of Release Order

Sagal ABDILLAHI, 21, of Toronto, and Sezar HERMEZ, 32, of North York, are charged with the following:
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine)
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Methamphetamine)

ABDILLAHI is also charged with Trafficking Cocaine x2.

Brooklyn GIBSON, 26, of Thunder Bay, and Justina VALLEY, 30, of Thunder Bay, are each charged with Unsafe Storage of a Firearm, Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm and Careless Storage of a Firearm.

The accused appeared in court on Friday.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tiny

Nelson Robert LARAMEY Facing Numerous Charges

(TINY TOWNSHIP, ON) –  An early morning vehicle stop on Simcoe County Road 6 Tiny Township by a keen eyed member of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police has resulted in a drug seizure and vehicle impound and a load of charges for a Tiny Township resident.

Near 2:38 a.m. March 17, 2025, outside of Wyevale, the officer conducted a vehicle stop of a white Jeep for a traffic violation and upon speaking with the driver an identity investigation was commenced leading to further roadside investigation resulting in the seizure of open liquor and a quantity of suspected cocaine and drug paraphernalia.

As a result of this investigation 42 year old Nelson Robert LARAMEY has been charged with the following offences;

  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

Contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

And Further With

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine

Contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act

And the Following Provincial Offences

  • Drive motor vehicle while suspended x2
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence
  • Fail to provide permit – motor vehicle
  • Fail to provide insurance card
  • Improper mud guards
  • Operate motor vehicle with open liquor readily available to driver

The accused was served notice to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on May 1, 2025 and the involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 45 days  in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.The accused was then turned over to OPP officers at another detachment who held a number of warrants for his arrest.

The OPP conducts RIDE spot checks 24 hours a day, seven days a week all throughout the year. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Glengarry

Alfa Boubacar BAH Was Arrested

(SOUTH GLENGARRY TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has now laid charges in connection with an incident in which the province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) invoked its mandate.

On Thursday, March 13, 2025, shortly after 10:30 a.m., officers from SD&G OPP were alerted to a stolen vehicle travelling eastbound on Highway 401, near Cornwall. During the incident, the vehicle exited at 4th Line Road, entered a ditch and rolled. The driver was taken into custody and transported to hospital. The individual has since been released from hospital but remains in police custody.

As a result of the investigation, Alfa Boubacar BAH, age 18 of Longueuil, Quebec, has been charged with:

  • Dangerous operation of a vehicle
  • Flight from a peace officer
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Trafficking in stolen goods over $5,000

The accused is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on Monday, March 17, 2025.

As the SIU has invoked its mandate, the OPP will not be able to provide any further information. Any media inquiries related to the SIU investigation should be directed to [email protected].