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Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Shade KECHEGO-HENRY Arrested

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after member of public calls in traffic complaint of possible impaired driver.

On February 28, 2024, at 10:46 a.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police and the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Walker Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located on Iroquois Road at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

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

While in police custody, the accused caused damage to one of the cells and was subsequently charged.

As a result, Shade KECHEGO-HENRY, a 28-year-old of Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Mischief Under $ 5,000

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 April 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. 

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East Ferris OPP Police Press Releases

Guy DEVOST – Drunk Driving

(EAST FERRIS TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver involved in a single motor vehicle collision was arrested by police for impaired driving.

On February 18, 2024, just after 2:00 a.m., a member of the North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) located a single vehicle in the ditch on Lake Nosbonsing Road in East Ferris Township while on their way to assist another officer.

Upon speaking to the driver, it was determined that they had consumed an alcoholic beverage. The driver was arrested and transported to the North Bay Detachment of the OPP for further testing.

As a result of the investigation Guy DEVOST, a 38-year-old from East Ferris Township was charged with operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on March 12, 2024.

The accused was also issued a 90-day driver’s licence suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Greenstone OPP Police Press Releases Uncategorized

BAILEY Arrested For Drunk Driving

(GREENSTONE) – A traffic complaint has resulted in one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On February 27, 2024, just before 3:30 p.m., members of the Greenstone Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a suspected impaired driver on Third Avenue Southwest in Geraldton. 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 Greenstone OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Jay BAILEY, 67-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 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 alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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East Ferris

Christopher UPTON – Drunk Driving

(EAST FERRIS TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver was stopped by police and was arrested for impaired driving.

On February 18, 2024, just before 2:00 a.m., the North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was involved in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check when they observed a vehicle traveling on Astorville Road in East Ferris Township.

Officers stopped the vehicle and upon speaking to the driver it was determined that they had consumed an alcoholic beverage.

The driver was arrested and transported to the North Bay Detachment of the OPP for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher UPTON a 33-year-old from North Bay was charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on March 12, 2024.

The accused was also issued a 90-day driver’s licence suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Drivers are reminded 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

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Clarence PETTEN Arrested After Complaint

(MIDLAND, ON)- In response to a community members complaint at approximately 12:14 p.m. February 28, 2024 of a driver tossing a liquor bottle out the window of a parked but running GMC pick up truck in a parking lot on Jones Road, Midland an officer from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment located the suspect vehicle and spoke with the driver.

The officer entered into an impaired driving investigation that has resulted in Clarence PETTEN 66 years of Tiny Township being charged criminally with the offences of Operation while impaired – alcohol and further with Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was served a 90 day driver’s licence suspension and released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on March 21, 2024 along with the involved vehicle being towed and impounded for seven days in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

Educating the public about safe driving, boating and ORV practices with our community safety partners is a priority, if you see a possible impaired operator on our roadways, waterways or trails please “Make the Call” and dial 911 as impaired driving never ends well, please make a plan to get home safely.

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North Bay OPP Police Press Releases

Nigel EKOMIAK Arrested For Drunk Driving

(NORTH BAY, ON) – One person was arrested and charged in North Bay after a traffic stop. 

On February 14, 2024, just after 12:00 a.m., an officer from the North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle on Fisher Street in the City of North Bay.  

Upon speaking to the driver, it was determined that they had consumed an alcoholic beverage. The driver was issued a Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) demand.

The driver was arrested and transported to the North Bay Detachment of the OPP for further testing.

As a result of the investigation Nigel EKOMIAK a 31-year-old person from Copper Cliff was charged for the following:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay March 12, 2024.

The accused was also issued a 90-day driver’s licence suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

North Bay OPP would like to remind drivers that the Mandatory Alcohol Screening law allows police with an approved alcohol screening device to demand a roadside breath sample from any lawfully stopped driver without having reasonable suspicion that a driver is alcohol impaired.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Colin MCGILLIVRAY Arrested For Drunk Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) On February 24, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m., members of Haldimand County OPP received a report of a two-vehicle collision involving a sedan and a parked Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), on Lakeshore Road, Selkirk.

The driver of the sedan fled the scene on foot and was located a short distance away. 

The individual was displaying signs of impairment and was placed under arrest and transported to the OPP detachment for testing.

As a result of the investigation, 54-year-old Colin MCGILLIVRAY of Cayuga was charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive Motor Vehicle with Alcohol Readily Available
  • Fail to Remain
  • Fail to Report Accident
  • Fail to Notify Change of Name
  • Use Plate Not Authorized

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on March 26, 2024.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Edward AMME – Drunk Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – Two arrests were made, and impaired charges were laid over the weekend in Haldimand County.

On February 23, 2024, at approximately 12:35 p.m., the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of an erratic driver on Main Street in Dunnville.

The vehicle was located and upon speaking with the driver, it became apparent they had consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was administered, and the individual was taken into custody and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result, 64-year-old Edward AMME of Dunnville was charged with the Criminal Code offence of Operation While Impaired.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on March 12, 2024.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Samantha BYMA – Drunk Driving

(FORT FRANCES) – One individual is facing impaired charges after colliding with a police vehicle.

On February 27, 2024, just before 9:30 p.m., members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were responding to an incident in the area of Third Street in the Town of Fort Frances. As officers were parked, a motor vehicle approached and subsequently collided with the marked cruisers. There were no injuries to officers or the driver of the motor vehicle as a result.

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 Rainy River District OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Samantha BYMA, 20-years-old, of Fort Frances 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 Fort Frances on March 25, 2024.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Nicole GUERARD – Drunk Driving

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – On February 27, 2024, at 01:52 p.m., members of the Leamington Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting R.I.D.E. along Erie Street South in Leamington.

A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. and the driver was exhibiting signs of impairment. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) testing.

As a result, Nicole GUERARD, 43-years-old, from Harrow was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs S.320.14(1)(a) CC

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on March 13, 2024, to answer to the charges.

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

The Essex County 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.

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North Kawartha OPP Police Press Releases

Ron MCGILL Arrested & Extricated From Vehicle Following Drunk Driving Collision

(NORTH KAWARTHA TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver has been charged with Impaired driving after their vehicle went of the road and rolled on County Road 504.

On February 27, 2024, shortly after 4:30pm, the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call from a concerned citizen advising that a vehicle had gone off the road on County Road 504 near Jack Lake Road in North Kawartha Township. The vehicle left the roadway and rolled before coming to rest, with the driver trapped in it.

Officers arrived on scene as well as North Kawartha Township Fire and Paramedics. After a lengthy extraction from the vehicle, it was determined that the driver was impaired and as a result was arrested. The driver was transported to a local hospital and then later taken by ORNGE Air to a larger hospital for treatment of injuries.

Ron MCGILL (age 66) of North Kawartha Township, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired-alcohol and drugs

·      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 9, 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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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Reyna HUELO PORTILLO – Drunk Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver in Thames Centre facing Impaired driving charge after failing roadside demand.

On February 27, 2024, at 7:55 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol on Dorchester Road in Thames Centre, performed a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol.

As a result, a 27-year-old of Dorchester, was issued a 3-day driver’s license suspension for registering an Alert on the roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD).

A secondary driver attended the scene to assist, at which time it was determined that individual had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Reyna HUELO PORTILLO, a 27-year-old of Dorchester, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      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 April 30, 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.

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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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Nathan HILL Arrested For Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – On February 26, 2024, at 11:09 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting R.I.D.E. on Cockshutt Road in Brant County when a vehicle stopped. 

The driver was exhibiting signs of impairment. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Intoxilizer Technician for breath tests.

Nathan HILL, 31-years-old, from the County of Brant has been charged with the following.

–      Operation While Impaired and,

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on March 14, 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.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Van Horne

Nichole BARKMAN-LANDS – Drunk Driving

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

On February 24, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the Dryden OPP Detachment responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver on Larson Bay Drive in Van Horne Township.

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 Dryden OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Nichole BARKMAN-LANDS, 35-years-old, of Dryden, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

·        Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs

·        Having Care or Control of a Motor Vehicle with Liquor Readily Available

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on March 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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Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Ashleigh ABRAM – Impaired Driving

ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after vehicle leaves roadway and enters ditch.

On February 26, 2024, at 1:59 p.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police and the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on hazel Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest without incident.

As a result, Ashleigh ABRAM, a 38-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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 April 15, 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.