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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.   

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Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

WHITEHEAD Arrested For Drunk Driving

(KINLOSS TWP, ON) – On February 24, 2024, at 10:45 p.m., a South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer on patrol along Bruce County Road 1 in Kinloss Township stopped a motor vehicle.

The driver was found to have been drinking alcohol. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Intoxilizer Technician for breath tests.

Steven WHITEHEAD, 25-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 10, 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 South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sagamok First Nation

Cole RECOLLET – Drunk Driving


(SAGAMOK FIRST NATION, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged following a call for service in Sagamok First Nation.

On February 24, 2024, shortly after 5:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on Ironwood Street in Sagamok First Nation.

Police located the vehicle of the traffic complaint on Sagamok Road and conducted a traffic stop. Upon speaking with the driver, police determined the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported back to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Cole RECOLLET, 19-years-old from Birch Island has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

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

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southgate

Gilbert Coles – Drunk Driving, No Insurance

(SOUTHGATE, ON) – A Southgate individual is facing charges after an Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) System notification.

On February 23, 2024, at 1:04 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were patrolling Victoria Street East in Southgate. The officer received an ALPR notification for unauthorized plates. The officer conducted a traffic stop. As police were speaking to the driver, the driver was displaying signs of impairment. The driver provided a sample of breath into an Approved Screening Device (ASD) which registered a fail. The driver was transported to the OPP Detachment in Chatsworth for further testing.

Gilbert Coles, 62-year-old from Southgate was charged with:

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on March 7, 2024.

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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Grey Highlands OPP Police Press Releases

Stephen Gordon – Drunk Driving, Trespass, Etc.

(GREY HIGHLANDS, ON) – On February 24, 2024, at 3:18 a.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a break and enter in progress on the 12th Concession B in the Municipality of Grey Highlands.

The OPP attended and located an individual inside a workshop. The individual told police that he drove there. Police located the individual’s vehicle on the roadway. While officers were speaking to the individual, the individual was displaying signs of impairment.

Stephen Gordon, 24-year-old from Grey Highlands was charged with:

·      Trespass at night

·      Break, enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

The accused will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on March 21, 2024.

The OPP reminds everyone to report suspicious incidents to the police. 

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. 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 Oxford Police Press Releases

Nicholas PRESSEY – Drunk Driving

 (OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Thanks to a member of the public calling in a traffic complaint, an individual was arrested and charged with several offences.

At approximately 10:30 p.m. on Friday, February 23, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment, investigated a traffic complaint on Broadway Street in the Town of Tillsonburg.

After speaking to the driver, police observed signs of impairment and made an arrest.

After conducting further testing at the detachment Nicholas PRESSEY, 24 years-of-age of Delhi, was charged with the following Criminal Code and Provincial Offences Act charges:

·                    Operation While Impaired

·                    Novice Driver Operation While Impaired -Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·                    Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor

·                    Fail to Surrender Insurance Card

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Woodstock on March 26, 2024.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Clearview & Springwater OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Kyle GREENLAW – Drunk Driving

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, CLEARVIEW AND SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIPS, ON) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual with impaired driving following a RIDE check in the Township of Springwater.

On February 24, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., members of Huronia West OPP were conducting a RIDE spot check for sobriety on Flos Road 7 East. A vehicle entered the RIDE spot check and police began an impaired driving investigation. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the Huronia West OPP Detachment for further investigation.

As a result, Kyle GREENLAW, 28-year-old of Hillsdale, has been charged with:

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

The accused was released on an Appearance Notice with a court date scheduled for March 19, 2024. Their vehicle was impounded for 7-days, and the accused was issued an Administrative Drivers Licence suspension for 90 days.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Matthew HEANEY Arrested Again

On February 24, 2024, just prior to 9:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers conducted a stop of a vehicle on Television Road in the City of Peterborough. During the stop officers determined the driver to be impaired. A search o the vehicle was conducted as a result of the arrest and various controlled substances were located. The vehicle passenger was also arrested as a result of the search.

Matthew HEANEY (age 33) of Frankford, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Fail to comply with release order – other than to attend court

·      Poss of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine

·      Poss of a Schedule II Substance – Other drugs

·      Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

·      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

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

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OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

Peter CAWKER – Drunk Driving

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) On February 24, 2024, just shortly after 8:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers were conducting RIDE on Youngs Point Road in Selwyn Township. A vehicle entered the RIDE and upon speaking with officers, an odour of alcohol was detected. The driver admitted to consuming alcohol earlier in the day. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was made and after providing a sample of their breath, a FAIL was registered resulting in the driver being arrested.

Peter CAWKER (age 60) of Trent Lakes, 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 2, 2024.