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Kearney

Ashley Sheridan Was Arrested

(KEARNEY, ON) – One person is facing charges after The Almaguin Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop.

On May 10th, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the Almaguin Highlands OPP conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle failing to maintain its lane on Highway 518 East, in the Township of Perry. 

Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, Ashley Sheridan, 39-years-old from Kearney, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sundridge on June 12, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that if you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Carling OPP Police Press Releases

Kaeden MESTON Was Arrested

(CARLING, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with multiple charges including impaired driving.

On May 10, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m. the West Parry Sound OPP received a traffic complaint regarding an erratic driver on Highway 69 in Carling Township. Officers were able to locate and stop the vehicle.       

As a result of the investigation, Kaeden MESTON, 25 years-of-age of Bengough Saskatchewan was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on June 19, 2025. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

Douglas MAYBURY – Drunk Driving

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with multiple charges including impaired driving.

On May 10, 2025, at approximately 12:00 a.m. the West Parry Sound OPP were conducting traffic enforcement in the Town of Parry Sound. Officers stopped a vehicle on Bowes Street after observing it swerving.     

As a result of the investigation, Douglas MAYBURY, 46 years-of-age of Toronto Ontario was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80plus)
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on June 19, 2025. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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McDougall OPP Police Press Releases

CAMPBELL Arrested For Drunk Driving

(MCDOUGALL, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid impaired driving charges after responding to a two-vehicle collision.

On April 27, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m. the West Parry Sound OPP were dispatched to a report of two motorcycles that lost control on Kirkham Road in McDougall Township after almost causing a head on collision with a third vehicle.  

Michael CAMPBELL, 48 years-of-age of McKellar Ontario was charged with:

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

The second driver was flown to a Sudbury area hospital with non life threatening injuries. The investigation is still ongoing, and updates will be provided when available.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on June 19, 2025. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

MORRISON Arrested For Drunk Driving

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Fort Frances arrested and charged an impaired driver following a series of public complaints.

On May 9, 2025, at approximately 10:30 pm, the OPP in Fort Frances received a 9-1-1 call reporting an intoxicated person in the Webster Avenue North area of town. A short while later police received additional calls reporting the same subject was driving and fleeing the area.

Police located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. The driver was obviously impaired and was arrested at the scene. The driver was transported to the Fort Frances Detachment where additional breath testing was completed by way of demand.

Jana Raelle MORRISON, 27-years-old from Devlin ON is charged criminally with: impaired operation alcohol or drug, and impaired operation blood alcohol concentration 80 mgs and over. The accused was also charged with having open liquor and failing to wear a seat belt. The accused’s driver license was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused was released by police and is scheduled for first appearance in the Fort Frances Ontario Court of Justice on June 16, 2025.

The Rainy River District Detachment OPP would like to thank the public for their help in this case. If you suspect someone is driving impaired call 9-1-1. Road safety is everyone’s shared responsibility. 

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Another From Fergus Arrested

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On May 11, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a motor vehicle on St. Andrew Street East in Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, Dana Christine DOCHINE, 50-years-old of Fergus, was charged with:

– Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on May 20, 2025.

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. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

30 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation after locating a vehicle roll over.

On Sunday, May 11, 2025, just after 10:30 p.m., Bancroft OPP officers attended the scene of the collision near Elephant Lake Road in the Municipality Highlands East. Officers located the driver, uninjured, and conducted a roadside test with an Approved Screening Device. As a result, the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

Riyaz KHOJA, a 30-year-old resident of Mississauga, has been charged with:

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

The accused’s license was suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for seven days. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on May 27, 2025.

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Arran-Elderslie OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Arrested For Drunk Driving

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – On May 9, 2025, at approximately 12:16 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle along Bruce Road 10, Municipality of Arran-Elderslie.

The investigating officer determined that the driver was operating the vehicle in contradiction to licence status. The driver fled the area on foot but was placed under arrest shortly thereafter. The investigating officer detected signs of impairment. The driver was transported for further testing.

Farouk SULEMANA, 33-years-old, of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie was charged with:

  • Impaired Operation (80 plus), CC 320.14(1)(b)
  • Resist peace officer, CC 129(a)
  • Obstruct peace officer, CC 129(a)
  • Fail to comply with release order, CC 145(5)(a)
  • Driving while under suspension, HTA 53(1)
  • Driving motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor, LLCA 42(1)(a)

The accused is set to appear in the Walkerton Court of Justice on June 4, 2025.

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 Orillia Police Press Releases

2X Legal Limit On Hwy 11 – Philip MARTIN Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Highway 11 Northbound in the City of Orillia. Further investigation led to impaired driving related offences.

On May 10, 2025, at approximately 9:20 p.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Highway 11 Northbound, in the City of Orillia. Officers located the vehicle in Severn Township continuing northbound on Highway 11. While on scene officers were led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual was charged with impaired related charges. After administering a breath sample that registered more than double the legal limit. The individuals licence was suspended for 90-days and the vehicle was impounded for seven (7) days.  

As a result, Philip MARTIN; 62-year-old, from Ramara Township, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus

Members of Orillia 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.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Kevin Graham – Drunk Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation after receiving information about a possible impaired driver.

On Friday May 09, 2025 at approximately 6:34 pm officers responded to reports regarding a motor vehicle driving southbound on Highway 35 from Coboconk, witnesses believed the driver to be impaired. A traffic stop was conducted in Fenelon Township and the driver was arrested and charged.

Kevin Graham, 61-year-old of Lindsay, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is 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 and drivers license was suspended for 90 days.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Curtis BROWN – Drunk Driving, Etc.

(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 stunt driving.

Shortly after 8:00 a.m. on May 9, OPP stopped the driver for stunt driving – 193km/h on Highway 417 near Moodie Drive. Investigation revealed that the driver had been consuming alcohol and they were taken back to the Detachment for a breath test. The driver registered nearly three times the legal limit.

As a result, Curtis BROWN, 42 years of age faces the following charges:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Mischief
  • Stunt Driving
  • Speeding 50+km/h over the posted speed limit
  • Improper Use of High Occupancy Vehicle Lane

The accused had their licence suspended for 90 days and had their vehicle impounded for 14 days. The accused is set to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa at a later date.

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North Kawartha OPP Police Press Releases

Patrick SAVARD – Drunk Driving

(NORTH KAWARTHA TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after receiving a call regarding a single vehicle collision.

On May 8, 2025, just after 10:30pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were dispatched to a report of a collision that took place on Highway 28 in North Kawartha Township. Upon arrival, the officers spoke with the driver. After a brief conversation, a demand was read to the driver to submit to an Approved Screening Device (ASD) test. The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point the driver was arrested.

Patrick SAVARD (age 29) of Kinburn, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

The accused had their driver’s licence 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 June 10, 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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Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation OPP Police Press Releases

65 Year Old Prohibited Driver Arrested

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Driver facing charges as a result of a single vehicle collision investigation.

On May 2, 2025, at 2:09 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Bodkin Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation for a for the report of a vehicle left the roadway and entered the ditch.

The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, James CORNELIUS, a 65-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

·      Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

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 June 9, 2025.

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

Christine HOWES – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – On May 8, 2025, at approximately 3:53 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to reports of a motor vehicle collision in a parking lot on Broadway Street in the Town of Paris.

Upon arrival, officers discovered that a vehicle had collided with several parked vehicles. During the interaction, officers observed signs of impairment. The driver completed an Approved Screening Device (ASD) test at the roadside, which resulted in a “Fail.” The individual was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Christine HOWES, 58 years old, from Brant County, has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on May 22, 2025. Additionally, the individual’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads and reminding the public that impaired driving is never worth the risk. Whether by alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both, impaired driving continues to pose a serious threat to the safety of our communities.

If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, call 9-1-1.

To report anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure tip at www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Kaelan WILLIAMSON Facing Numerous Charges

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Shelburne resident with impaired operation related offences as the result of a traffic complaint.

On May 7, 2025, just before 7:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a traffic complaint near Airport Road in the Town of Mono. Officers located the vehicle on Highway 89 in the Township of Mulmur and initiated a traffic stop. Upon contact with the male driver, officers observed signs of impairment and began an impaired driving investigation.

Kaelan WILLIAMSON, a 26-year-old male, from Shelburne has been charged with:

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

•      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

•      Knowingly give invalid insurance card

•      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

•      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

•      Fail to notify change of address

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.