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Kingsville

Khai Devon ELLIS – Drunk Driving

(KINGSVILLE, ON) – One person has been charged following a collision in Kingsville.

On September 7, 2025, at approximately 3:37 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles on Highway 3 at County Road 31 in the Town of Kingsville. 

One driver was un-injured; the other was taken by ambulance to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Khai Devon ELLIS, 22-years-old of Belle River, was arrested and charged with the following Liquor Licence and Control Act and Criminal Code offences:

  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on September 24, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”. 

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs of alcohol, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

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).

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Lakeshore

Michael-John HOUSTON – Drunk Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person has been charged following a collision in Lakeshore.

On September 5, 2025, at approximately 1:39 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on County Road 46 in the Municipality of Lakeshore. 

Michael-John HOUSTON, 50-years-old of Chatham, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

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

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on September 17, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”. 

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs of alcohol, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

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).

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Adam TOFFLEMIRE – Drunk Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person has been charged following a collision in Lakeshore.

On September 8, 2025, at approximately 3:01 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Puce Road in the Municipality of Lakeshore. 

Adam TOFFLEMIRE, 36-years-old of Leamington, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

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

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on September 25, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”. 

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs of alcohol, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

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).

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Lambton OPP Police Press Releases

5 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(LAMBTON COUNTY, ON) – The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged five drivers over the course of the holiday weekend with impaired driving.

On August 29, 2025, shortly after 2:00 a.m., members of the Lambton OPP were requested to attend Blue Water Bridge, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), regarding a possible impaired driver. 

As a result, Philip MCKENNA, 39-year-old of Michigan, United States of America, has been 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 police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia on September 17, 2025.

On August 29, 2025, at approximately 11:57 p.m., members of the Lambton OPP initiated a traffic stop on London Road, near Lambton Mall Road, Sarnia.

As a result, Rayne GRILLY, 23-year-old of Warwick Township, 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 before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia on October 6, 2025.

On August 30, 2025, just before 5:30 p.m., members of the Lambton OPP responded to a traffic complaint involving a possible impaired driver. A traffic stop was initiated on Petrolia Line, near Oozloffsky Street in Petrolia.

As a result, Ian GRANVILLE, 54-year-old of Petrolia, has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia on September 29, 2025.

On August 30, 2025, shortly after 10:15 p.m., members of the Lambton OPP conducted a traffic stop on Ontario Street in Grand Bend, Lambton Shores.

As a result, Paul ZOMBRE, 45-year-old of Brampton, has been charged with:

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia on October 2, 2025.

On August 31, 2025, at approximately 6:45 p.m., members of the Walpole Island Police Service and Lambton OPP, responded to a traffic complaint regarding a possible impaired driver on Chiefs Road South, Walpole Island First Nation. Police located the driver and vehicle and subsequently initiated a traffic stop.

As a result, Christopher SONEY, 36-year-old of Walpole Island First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code, the Highway Traffic Act, and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with the following offences:

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

·      Use plate not authorized for vehicle

·      Class G licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver

·      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner

·      Operate motor vehicle without insurance

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia, on October 2, 2025.

All the accused in these matters were issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute. 

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 or 911. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Shane RICE Arrested After Driving Alone

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid impaired driving charges against an individual from Ottawa after stopping them for a traffic violation.

Shortly before 2:00 p.m. on September 5, an officer observed the accused driving alone in the High Occupancy Vehicle Lane (HOV) on Highway 417 eastbound near Moodie Drive. After stopping the vehicle, the officer had reason to believe the driver was under the influence of alcohol. A roadside screening device was utilized and the driver was brought back to Ottawa Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Shane RICE, 44 years of age, faces the following charges:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Improper use of high occupancy vehicle lane
  • Disobey sign

Rice received an immediate 90-day driving suspension and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. He is set to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa at a later date.

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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Lakes

David QUACKENBUSH Facing Numerous Charges

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT LAKES, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with multiple charges including impaired.

On Thursday September 4, 2025, at approximately 11:45pm, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call regarding a vehicle that had gone off the road on County Road 36 in the Municipality of Trent Lakes. The caller provided a description of the vehicle and the driver. Officers located the vehicle and upon speaking with the driver, determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

David QUACKENBUSH (age 37) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Operation while impaired

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

• Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

• Take motor vehicle without consent

• Fail to report accident

• Fail to surrender insurance card

• Fail to surrender licence

• Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

• Drive motor vehicle with liquor readily available

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 14, 2025.

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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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

School Bus Narrowly Missed By Drunk Driver – Charity-Jo MURPHY Arrested

(LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Lennox and Addington County members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid impaired driving related charges on the first day of school.

On Wednesday September 3, 2025, just after 7:00 a.m., L&A County OPP members were advised of a traffic complaint involving a possible impaired driver that almost struck a school bus on County Road 2 in Tyendinaga Township. A second citizen reported that the vehicle entered the ditch striking a mailbox before continuing eastbound. The vehicle was located by police in Napanee, and the driver was arrested.

Charity-Jo MURPHY, a 48-year-old from Kingston, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Fail to remain

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on September 23, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded.

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OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

Multiple Vehicles Damaged – Dennis WEAVER Arrested

(Orangeville, ON) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a male with impaired operation related offences.

On September 4, 2025, just before 8:00 p.m., officers from Dufferin OPP responded to reports of a vehicle striking multiple parked cars on Century Drive in the Town of Orangeville.

Officers quickly responded and after engaging with the driver, entered into an impaired driving investigation. As a result, the male driver was arrested and transported to the Orangeville Detachment.

Dennis WEAVER, a 34-year-old from Orangeville, has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drug

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

•      Careless Driving

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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Michael FLEWELLING – Drunk Driving

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges a local resident with three criminal charges stemming from a traffic complaint.

On September 4, 2025, at approximately 10:45 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were conducting proactive traffic enforcement when a traffic complaint came in, informing officers of a possible impaired driver.

Officers quickly attended the area, located the motor vehicle in question, and performed a traffic stop on Sligo Road West within Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, Michael FLEWELLING, a 31-year-old of Wellington North Township is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis in open original packaging

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on September 16, 2025.

The Wellington County OPP would like to thank the public for their call and assistance in keeping our streets safe.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Thomas NABROTZKY Arrested After Boat Incident

(Orillia, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated an impaired driving investigation following reports of erratic driving in a parking lot.

On September 4, 2025, at approximately 10:20 p.m., officers responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver. A member of the public reported that a dark-coloured pickup truck towing a boat was driving aggressively and backing into other vehicles.

Officers quickly located the vehicle and, after engaging with the driver, entered into an impaired driving investigation. As a result, the male driver was arrested and transported to the Orillia Detachment.

Thomas NABROTZKY, 62 years old, of New Hamburg, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date in 2025. His driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Beckwith OPP Police Press Releases

Hilary CLOSE Was Arrested

(BECKWITH TWP, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Beckwith Township resident with impaired driving.

Officers investigated a single vehicle collision on Derry Side Road, in Beckwith Township on Friday, September 5, 2025, just after 1:15 a.m. after a crash notification was received.

The officers located the vehicle in a ditch, arrested the driver and transported the individual to the OPP Detachment in Carleton Place for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Hilary CLOSE, 57-years-old, has been charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on October 20, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days

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OPP Police Press Releases Serpent River First Nation

Neil COLIN – Drunk Driving

(SERPENT RIVER FIRST NATION, ON)- On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint involving a westbound vehicle on Highway 17 within Serpent River First Nation.

The black car repeatedly hit the shoulder and crossed into the oncoming lane, while the driver was seen throwing garbage out the window. Police located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop. During the interaction, officers determined that the driver had consumed alcohol. At approximately 3:15 p.m., an arrest was made.

The driver was transported to Blind River detachment for further testing and their vehicle was towed.

Neil COLIN, 54 years old from London, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on October 2, 2025. The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the involved vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP continues to encourage the public to report motorists suspected of driving impaired by calling 9-1-1 or contacting the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Henry WALL Was Arrested

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – Driver facing impaired driving charges after traffic complaint in on Highway 3.

On September 3, 2025, at 10:07 p.m., members of the Kingsville and Leamington Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachments, were dispatched to the report of a possible impaired driver on Highway 3 Eastbound towards the Municipality of Leamington.

Police patrolled the area, the vehicle was located on Talbot Street East at County Road 31 in Leamington at which time a traffic stop was initiated. 

As a result of the investigation, Henry WALL, a 29-year-old of Leamington, has been 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 police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor to speak to the charges on September 19, 2025.

The driver was issued a 90-day administrative drivers licence suspension and vehicle was impounded for 7 days as per statute.

Essex County OPP remains committed to taking 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 see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP on your mobile device.

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OPP Police Press Releases TEMISKAMING SHORES

Mark Henderson Was Arrested

(TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON) – A single vehicle collision on Highway 11 in Harley Township has resulted in impaired driving charges.

On August 29, 2025, at approximately 11:30 a.m., members of the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 11 in Harley Township.

As a result of the investigation, the driver was arrested for impaired driving and transported to the Temiskaming OPP Detachment for further testing.

Mark Henderson, 38 years old, of Ottawa, has been charged with following offences:

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

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury on September 23, 2025.

The OPP reminds motorists that impaired driving puts everyone at risk. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, please call 9-1-1.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Oleksii YUSHKOV – Impaired Operation

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a North York resident with impaired driving following a traffic complaint. 

On August 29, 2025, shortly after 12:00 a.m., officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint in the area of Highway 10 in the Town of Mono. The vehicle in question was located a short time later on Highway 10 in the Township of Melancthon.

Officers spoke with the male driver and, during the interaction, observed signs of impairment. As a result, an impaired driving investigation was initiated.

Oleksii YUSHKOV, a 45-year-old male, from North York has been charged with: 

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists 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.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.