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OPP Police Press Releases Walpole Island First Nation

Jason KIYOSHK Arrested For Drunk Driving

(WALPOLE ISLAND FIRST NATION, ON) – On March 27, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., members of the Walpole Island Police Service (WIPS) were notified of a single-vehicle collision on Brother Road.

Officers attended the scene and, upon speaking with the driver, it became apparent the individual was displaying signs of impairment. The driver was arrested and transported to the Lambton OPP detachment where they provided two samples of breath above the legal limit.

Jason KIYOSHK, 41-years-old of Walpole Island First Nation, has been charged with the following:

·      Operation While Impaired and,

·      Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus). 

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice-Sarnia at a later date. 

If you see a driver who you suspect may be impaired by alcohol or drugs, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our roads safer for all.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Vishvajeet SAGGU Arrested For Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual involved in a collision with numerous offences.

On March 26, 2024, shortly after 12:30 a.m., officers responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 10, near King Street, in the Town of Caledon. No injuries were reported. During the course of the investigation, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Vishvajeet SAGGU, 31, of Brampton, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 11, 2024, to answer to the charges. Additionally, the driver’s vehicle was impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licence suspended for a period of 90 days.

The OPP remains committed to keeping our communities safe through enforcement and public education. Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Trinity LYONS Was Arrested For Drunk Driving

(MIDLAND,ON) – A R.I.D.E. program set up by members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment on Heritage Drive, Midland has resulted in a impaired driving investigation for a 23 year old Christian Island resident.

Officers doing their part in an effort to increase road safety were checking drivers for signs of impairment, entered into an impaired driving investigation with the operator of a red Mitsubishi vehicle at approximately 12:24 a.m. March 26, 2024.

As a result of the officers investigation, Trinity LYONS has been charged criminally with the offences of Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs and further with Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 11, 2024, was served a 90 day driver’s licence suspension and the involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines..

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Angad SINGH Arrested For Drunk Driving – 4X Legal Limit

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Brampton resident with operation while impaired after they registered over four times the legal limit.

On March 25, 2024, just before 1:00 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop while patrolling the area of Mayfield Road and Coleraine Drive, in the Town of Caledon. Officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result, Angad SINGH, 39, of Brampton, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The driver is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 11, 2024, to answer to the charges. Additionally, the driver’s vehicle was impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licence suspended for a period of 90 days.

Caledon OPP would like to take this opportunity to remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

Matthew VANOS – Drunk Driving

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after members of the public report separate traffic complaints of possible impaired driver.

On March 26, 2024, at 5:53 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint in the area of Highbury Avenue North and Highway 401 in the City of London and a second complaint a short time later  westbound on Highway 402 for the report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located on Victoria Street in Delaware, Middlesex Centre, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest.

As a result, Matthew VANOS, a 42-year-old of Middlesex Centre, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on May 23, 2024.

The Middlesex 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.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached 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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Douro-Dummer OPP Police Press Releases

WILKINSON Speeding While Drunk

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver has been charged with Impaired driving after their vehicle was stopped for speeding on Highway 28.

On March 24, 2024, at approximately 7:00pm, the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle for speeding on Highway 28 in Douro-Dummer Township. While dealing with the driver, the officer detected an odour of alcohol and made an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand. The driver provided a sample of his breath and as a result was arrested.

James WILKINSON (age 30) of Selwyn Township, ON, was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 30, 2024.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Kicks Cop Groin

Man arrested after officer kicked in groin

A Guelph man faces several charges after a police officer was kicked in the groin Monday morning.

Shortly after 4 a.m. police were called to a business on Speedvale Avenue East for a report of shoplifting. Officers located the suspect a short distance away and attempted to arrest him, but the man resisted and kicked one of the officers while he was attempting to handcuff the suspect.

A 32-year-old Guelph man is charged with theft under $5,000, resisting arrest, assaulting a police officer and failing to comply with probation. He was held for a bail hearing Tuesday.

Sleepy driver arrested for impaired

A Guelph woman faces impaired driving charges after she was found Monday morning passed out in her rental vehicle.

Approximately 11:45 a.m. police were called to the area of Farley Drive and Goodwin Drive. A passerby saw a woman sleeping in the driver’s seat of a running vehicle. The woman was awakened by the witness, but then immediately fell asleep again.

Officers arrived and observed drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle, including a glass pipe, baggie containing a white substance and tin foil. While speaking to the woman, officers noted signs of impairment including slow movements, poor concentration and difficulty staying awake.

A search of her property revealed baggies of suspected cocaine and fentanyl, as well as an unsealed container of cannabis.

The woman was transported to the police station where an officer determined her ability to operate a vehicle was impaired by consumption of a drug. A 25-year-old Guelph woman is charged with impaired operation, two counts of possessing a controlled substance and having care of a vehicle with cannabis readily available. Her licence was suspended for 90 days and her rental car was impounded for seven days. She will appear in court April 5.

Impaired charge following driving complaint

A Guelph man is charged with impaired driving following a driving complaint Monday night.

Approximately 10:15 p.m. another motorist noted a vehicle being driven erratically and without lights on Gordon Street. The involved vehicle was located a short time later parked near Gordon Street and Wellington Street East.

An officer spoke to the driver and detected a strong odour of alcohol on his breath. The officer also noted an open can of beer at the driver’s feet which appeared to have spilled on the driver’s pants and seat.

The driver was arrested and transported to the police station, where tests confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system.

A 33-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving and driving with open alcohol. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. He will appear in court April 9.

The Guelph Police Service would like to encourage the public to always consume alcohol and cannabis responsibly. Please don’t drive if you are going to consume alcohol or cannabis, and please ensure that you plan ahead so that you have a safe ride home. Anyone who spots a suspected impaired driver is asked to immediately call 911.Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 213

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Nicole Sawyer – Drunk Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation on March 26, 2024.

On March 26, 2024 at approximately 00:27 am, officers conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle on Highway 7 (near Highway 35). An impaired driving investigation commenced.

Nicole Sawyer 45 years old of Keswick was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 plus

The accused are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The motor vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Drunk Drivers Arrested – Erica LEO & Michael ROCHON

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have recently charged two individuals with operation while impaired.

On March 22, 2024, shortly after 12:00 p.m., Caledon OPP received a report from a motorist expressing concern as to how a motor vehicle was being operated. Officers located the vehicle stopped in the area of Highway 10 and King Street, in the Town of Caledon. Officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Michael ROCHON, 36, of Keene, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 25, 2024, to answer to the charges.

On March 23, 2024, shortly after 4:30 p.m., Caledon OPP received a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Commercial Road, near Albion Vaughan Road, in the Town of Caledon. During the course of the investigation, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

Following the investigation, Erica LEO, 28, of Minesing, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 11, 2024, to answer to the charge.

Both driver’s vehicles were impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licences were suspended for a period of 90 days.

Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Jared MAJOR – Drunk Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – A R.I.D.E program in the City of Thunder Bay has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On March 24, 2024, shortly after 1:00 a.m., members of the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E program on Balsam Street in the City of Thunder Bay. A motor vehicle approached and drove through the R.I.D.E program without stopping.

Officers were able to later stop the motor vehicle.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Thunder Bay OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Jared MAJOR, 25-years-old, of Thunder Bay, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on May 3, 2024.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tiny

Timothy FAGAN – Drunk Driving

(TINY TOWNSHIP,ON) – As a result of a driving complaint reported to the OPP Communication Centre at approximately 12:26 p.m. March 25, 2024, a 60-yr-old Tiny Township resident now faces impaired driving charges.

Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment were alerted to the driving behavior of an operator behind the wheel of a silver/grey BMW on Highway 93 and patrolled the area with a sharp eyed traffic officer locating a vehicle matching the provided description a short distance north of the village of Wyebridge, Tiny Township at approximately 1:00p.m. March 25, 2024.

The officer upon speaking with the driver of the vehicle, entered into a drinking and driving investigation resulting in Timothy FAGAN being charged criminally in relation to this investigation with the offences of Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs and further with Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 11, 2024, was served a 90 day driver’s licence suspension and the involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines..

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Kuldip Singh – Impaired Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with numerous offences as a result of a traffic stop.

On March 20, 2024, just before 10:00 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop while patrolling the community of Southfields Village, in the Town of Caledon. During the course of the investigation, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Kuldip Singh, 52, of Caledon, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·        Novice driver fail to provide breath sample

·        Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 4, 2024, to answer to the charges. Additionally, the driver’s vehicle was impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licence suspended for a period of 90 days.

The OPP remains committed to keeping our communities safe through enforcement and public education. Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. Ontario has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to driver’s consuming alcohol that are; age 21 years or younger, a driver of any age who holds a G1, G2, M1, or M2 licence, or driving a vehicle that requires an A-F driver’s licence or Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR).

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Shawn DELMORE

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged with several driving-related offences following an investigation into an incident of impaired driving.

At approximately 11:03 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024, an officer from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment conducted a traffic stop and investigation involving a motor vehicle on Queensway East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety at the roadside, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 50-year-old Shawn DELMORE of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance,
  • Fail to notify change of address,
  • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

More Drunk Drivers

(LENNOX & ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Officers of the Lennox and Addington (L&A) County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged two drivers with impaired driving and a third driver received a three day suspension over the weekend.

On March 23, 2024, shortly after 7:00 p.m., officers from the L&A County OPP received a report of a possible impaired driver on Kennebec Road in Addington Highlands Township. Reporting a vehicle parked with the drivers side door open and a male laying on the ground behind the vehicle. Police attended the scene and arrested the driver for impaired driving.

As a result of this investigation, L&A County OPP has charged Stephen RYDER, age 43, of Northbrook, with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on April 9, 2024. The accused’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

On March 24, 2024, shortly before 2:00 a.m., officers from the L&A County OPP were conducting a mandatory alcohol screening RIDE check on Amherst Drive in Amherstview. One of the vehicle drivers, a 27 year old male from Kingston received a three day licence suspension for driving 50 mgs of alcohol or over.

On March 24, 2024, shortly before 4:00 a.m., officers from the L&A County OPP received a report of a vehicle in the ditch on its side along Highway 401 eastbound just before the Palace Road exit. Police attended the scene and arrested the driver for impaired driving.

As a result of this investigation, L&A County OPP has charged Gregory FRAMPTON, age 60, of Hamilton, with:

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

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on April 16, 2024. The accused’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Steven Olhiser – Drunk Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation on March 23, 2024.

On March 23, 2024 at approximately 11:05 am, officers responded to a motor vehicle collision on John Street in Kirkfield. An impaired driving investigation commenced.

Steven Olhiser 20 years old of Kirkfield was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 plus
  • Drive Motor Vehicle no licence
  • Use Plate not Authorized for Vehicle

The accused are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The motor vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days.

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture