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OPP Police Press Releases Selywn

Robert CARROLL – Drunk Driving

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver has been charged with Impaired driving after their vehicle was stopped for speeding on Fife’s Bay Road.

On March 10, 2024, at approximately 7:15pm, the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle for speeding on Fife’s Bay Road in Selwyn 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.

Robert CARROLL (age 44) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

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

·      Speeding

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 23, 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.

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Nipigon OPP Police Press Releases

Michael METANSININE – Drunk Driving

(NIPIGON) – A traffic complaint has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.  

On March 10, 2024, just before 7:00 p.m., members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of an erratic and suspected impaired driver on Highway 11/17 near Hurkett Loop Road. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop.

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

As a result, Michael METANSININE, 53-years-old, of Geraldton, 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 Nipigon on April 23, 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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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Jeremy HALVERSON – Drunk Driving

(KENORA) – A R.I.D.E program has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On March 10, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E program in the area of Norman Drive in the City of Kenora. A driver approached the program and was requested to provide a breath sample.

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

As a result, Jeremy HALVERSON, 38-years-old, of Kenora, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

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

·        Driving While Under Suspension – two counts

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on April 4, 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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Gorham OPP Police Press Releases

Jesse GERMANIUK – Drunk Driving

(GORHAM TOWNSHIP) – Traffic enforcement by the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.  

On March 10, 2024, just before 12:30 a.m., members of the Thunder Bay OPP Detachment observed a motor vehicle in the area of Hollender Road in Gorham Township while conducting general traffic enforcement. Officers approached the motor vehicle and the driver was requested to provide a breath sample.

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, Jesse GERMANIUK, 36-years-old, of Gorham Township, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with 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 April 16, 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 Whitesand First Nation

Stacey SHAPWAYKEESIC – Drunk Driving

(WHITESAND FIRST NATION) – A traffic complaint has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.  

On March 9, 2024, at approximately 6:00 p.m., members of the Armstrong Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a suspected impaired driver in Whitesand First Nation. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop.

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

As a result, Stacey SHAPWAYKEESIC, 37-years-old, of Whitesand, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

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

·        Novice Driver – B.A.C. Above Zero

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on April 30, 2024.

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Greenstone OPP Police Press Releases

Lance MCMAHON – Drunk Driving

(GREENSTONE) – A R.I.D.E program has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On March 8, 2024, just before 10:00 p.m., members of the Greenstone Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E program in the area of Michael Power Boulevard in the Municipality of Greenstone. A driver approached the program and was requested to provide a breath sample.

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

As a result, Lance MCMAHON, 36-years-old, of Geraldton, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Liquor Licence and Control Act with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

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

·        Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Greenstone on April 18, 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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Ledger OPP Police Press Releases

Tyler MATHESON – Drunk Driving

(LEDGER TOWNSHIP) – One individual is facing impaired charges following a traffic complaint.

On March 8, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m., members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a motor vehicle driving erratically through a construction zone on Highway 11 in Ledger Township. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Nipigon OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Tyler MATHESON, 37-years-old, of Sherwood Park, Alberta, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·        Dangerous Operation

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Nipigon on April 5, 2024.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Robert AULD – Drunk Driving

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged one individual with impaired operation. 

On March 9, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., members of the Dryden OPP Detachment conducted a traffic stop on Highway 17 in the City of Dryden after observing it to be travelling at a high rate of speed.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol/drug. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Dryden detachment OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Robert AULD, 61-years-old, of Sioux Lookout, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·        Adult Speeding 1-49km/h over posted limit

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on April 15, 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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Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

Nicolas LOPEZ – Drunk Driving

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after member of public calls in traffic complaint of possible impaired driver.

On March 8, 2024, at 9:17 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Glendon Drive in Middlesex Centre for the report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located on Prince Street in Komoka, 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, Nicolas LOPEZ, a 20-year-old of London, 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 8, 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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Lucknow OPP Police Press Releases

Drunk Driver Arrested In Lucknow -SCHNEYDERBERG

(LUCKNOW, ON) – On March 8, 2024, at 8:36 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a suspected impaired driver. Officers located the vehicle along Willoughby Street in Lucknow and found that the driver had been drinking alcohol.

They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Intoxilizer Technician for breath tests.

Jeff SCHNEYDERBERG, 48-years-old, from the Township of Huron Kinloss was charged with:

  • Impaired Driving
  • Operate over 80 milligrams

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton on April 24, 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.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Two More Impaired Drivers Arrested -ENGRAM &GROTTOLO

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired operation related offences over the weekend.

On March 10, 2024, just after 1:00 a.m., officers from Dufferin OPP conducted a traffic stop on HWY 10 in the Town of Mono. Officers were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation.

Steven ENGRAM, a 37-year-old male, from Mono has been charged with:

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit

•      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

On March 10, 2024, just after 6:00 p.m., officers from Dufferin OPP responded to a traffic complaint in the area of Buena Vista Drive in the Town of Orangeville. Officers were able to locate the vehicle in question and were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation.

Paul GROTTOLO, a 44-year-old male, from Alton has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

•      Driving while under suspension

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

Dufferin OPP continues to conduct traffic enforcement daily as drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs and who drive at excessive speeds continue to pose a threat to Ontario roads. We are committed to the safety of our community.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorist 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.

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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers – ROBERTSON & BROOKS

(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 over the weekend.

On March 8, 2024, shortly after 3:00 p.m., officers from the L&A County OPP received a report of a person who was believed to be impaired attempting to drive away from a construction site on Oakmont Drive in Bath. Police attended the scene and arrested the driver for impaired driving.

As a result of this investigation, L&A County OPP has charged Dawson ROBERTSON, age 24, of Kingston, 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 2, 2024. The accused’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

On March 10, 2024, shortly after 5:00 a.m., officers from the L&A County OPP were dispatched to a collision after receiving a crash notification for Fitchett Road by County Road 9. Police attended the scene and located two people standing on the roadway with minor injuries. The vehicle was in the ditch and had hit some trees. Police arrested the driver for impaired driving.

As a result of this investigation, L&A County OPP has charged Gavin BROOKS, age 18, of Greater Napanee, 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 2, 2024. The accused’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Owen Sound Police Police Press Releases

Drunk Driver Name Withheld By Owen Sound Police

On Sunday March 10, 2024 at 3:30 a.m. a single vehicle collision occurred just east of the intersection of 7 th Avenue East and 6 th Street East, Owen Sound. A Nissan XTERRA failed to negotiate a turn at this location and left the roadway, narrowly missing a traffic light pole and striking two large utility boxes. The vehicle severed a telephone pole’s guy wire and area
residents experienced temporary service outages.


The driver failed to remain at the scene and fled on foot. Officers of the Owen Sound Police Service attended and were able to identify and locate the driver at a residence in close proximity to the collision scene. Officers quickly determined that the driver was impaired by the consumption of alcohol and placed him under arrest.

The 35-year-old male driver from Owen Sound, was transported to the Police Station where he refused to comply with a legal requirement to provide samples of his breath for analysis.

The accused was charged with Impaired Driving, Refusing to Provide Breath Samples and Failing to remain at the scene of an accident. The involved vehicle was heavily damaged and was towed from the scene and impounded for seven days and the man’s driver’s license was automatically suspended for 90 days.

The accused was released from custody with a requirement to attend court later in March.

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OPP Police Press Releases Rainy River

Jade Therriault – Drunk Driving

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in the Rainy River District have arrested and charged one individual with numerous offences after a motorist fled the scene of a traffic stop. 

On March 10, 2024, at approximately 1:27 a.m., OPP officers were conducting general patrol duties on Highway 71 in Chapple when a vehicle was observed going approximately 160 kilometers an hour in a posted 90 kilometer an hour zone. The accused attempted to evade police by parking the vehicle and leaving the scene on foot. Officers located the occupant of the vehicle after a brief search of the area.

As a result of the investigation, Jade Therriault, 24-years-old, of Thunder Bay, ON has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with Operation While Impaired – Alcohol, Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 plus, and Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle. The accused has been charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt, Drive Without Proper Rear Light – Motor Vehicle, and Drive Motor Vehicle – No Currently Validated Permit.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was issued.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on April 15, 2024.

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Charlton OPP Police Press Releases

Kayla BROHM – Drunk Driving

(CHARLTON-DACK, ON) – The Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with impaired driving.

On March 9, 2024, shortly before 1:30 p.m., members of the Temiskaming OPP came upon a motor vehicle in the ditch on Highway 560 in the Township of Charlton-Dack. Through investigation, police determined that the driver had been consuming alcoholic beverages. The driver was arrested and transported to the Temiskaming Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Kayla BROHM, 23 years-of-age of Armstrong Township was charged with:

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

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 26, 2024. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.