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Norwich OPP Police Press Releases

22 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(NORWICH, ON) – An individual from the Paris is facing impaired driving related charges after a vehicle entered the ditch.

On May 4, 2025, at approximately 4:00 a.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a vehicle in the ditch, on Highway 2, in the Township of Norwich. Officers attended and observed a single motor vehicle collision had occurred. There were no reported injuries.

Ethan Crozier, 22-years-old, of Paris, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      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 released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on June 17, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

For more information on the consequences of drinking and driving, check out:

http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/impaired-driving.shtml

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OPP Police Press Releases

James CORNELISSE – Drunk Driving

A traffic stop made by a member of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police has led to Impaired and Dangerous Operation charges for an Orillia individual.

On May 6, 2025, around 3:45 pm, an officer was patrolling the downtown section of the City of Orillia near West Street and Mississaga Street when they observed a motor vehicle driving in an erratic manner. The vehicle was observed trying to pass a City Bus, tailgate other vehicles, and drive into oncoming traffic while making rude hand gestures.

A traffic stop was conducted due to the driving behaviour, and while speaking to the driver, the officer launched into an impaired operation investigation. A demand for an Approved Screening Device (ASD) was read, to which the driver complied and provided a sample of their breath, resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL.’ The driver was placed under arrest, and transported back to the Orillia OPP Detachment where further testing was completed.

As a result of the investigation, James CORNELISSE, 53-year-old from Orillia, has been charged with the following:

–       Operation while Impaired – 80 plus (CC)

–       Dangerous Operation (CC)

The accused was released with a future court date.  Additionally, their driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-8477 (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 $2,000.00.

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Norwich OPP Police Press Releases

Frans Versteeg Was Arrested – Details Released

(NORWICH, ON) – An individual from the Township of Norwich is facing impaired driving related charges after a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) had tipped over after entering the ditch.

On May 3, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a report of a CMV in the ditch that had tipped over on Highway 59, in the Township of Norwich.

Frans Versteeg, 39-years-old, of the Township of Norwich, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      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 released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on June 10, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Douro-Dummer OPP Police Press Releases

John MAGNAN Arrested Following Collision

(DOURO-DUMMER 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 6, 2025, just after 6:30pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were dispatched to a report of a collision that took place on Nassau Road in Douro-Dummer Township. Upon arrival, officers observed a single vehicle that had rolled over coming to rest on its side. Officers spoke with the driver after having minor injuries assessed by EMS. 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.

John MAGNAN (age 63) of Hamilton – Dundas, 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 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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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

30 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(BRANT,ON) – On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at approximately 3:20 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an erratic driver, possibly impaired, travelling along Highway 403.

Through investigation, officers determined that the driver had been involved in a collision shortly before police located the vehicle. Upon interacting with the driver, officers observed signs of impairment. The individual was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Nyong James, a 30-year-old male, from Windsor, has been charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to stop after an accident
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Fail to move to the right for an emergency vehicle

The accused’s vehicle was impounded for seven days, and their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days. They are scheduled to appear at the Brantford Court of Justice on May 23, 2025.

This incident highlights the critical role the public plays in keeping Ontario’s roads safe. Impaired driving continues to pose a serious threat to the safety of all road users. If you suspect someone is driving impaired, call 9-1-1 immediately. Your call could save a life.

For more information on impaired driving and road safety, please visit www.opp.ca.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

Suspended Driver Arrested For Drunk Driving – Boyd SHIGWADJA

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested and is facing impaired-related charges after police received multiple traffic complaints.

On Monday, May 5, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received multiple reports of a possible impaired driver on Manitowaning Road in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI) Township. Shortly after, police located the vehicle on Highway 6 in the NEMI Township, and further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested.

As a result, Boyd SHIGWADJA, 52-years-old from Garson, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. 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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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

BAILEY Arrested For Drunk Driving

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – A traffic stop has resulted in a driver being charged with impaired operation.

On May 7, 2025, at approximately 1:45 a.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on County Road 15. Further investigation led to an Approved Screening Device being utilized, and the driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Mackenzie BAILEY, age 25 from Roslin, was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • 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 on May 28, 2025. They also had their driver’s license suspended for a period of 90 days and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. 

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Loyalist OPP Police Press Releases

Keith LACOMBE – Drunk Driving

(LOYALIST TOWNSHIP, ON) – Lennox and Addington County Detachment members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with impaired driving and multiple other charges following a investigation in Loyalist Township.

On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, shortly before 11:00 p.m., L&A County OPP was contacted after a vehicle was found parked in the front yard of a residence. OPP identified the driver of the vehicle and, following an investigation, Keith LACOMBE, a 45-year-old from Loyalist Township was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol
  • Obstruct police

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on May 27, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded.

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OPP Police Press Releases Puslinch

Kory HILTS – Drunk Driving

(PUSLINCH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Puslinch resident criminally, stemming from a RIDE program.

On May 7, 2025, at approximately 12:15 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were conducting a proactive ‘Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere” (RIDE) program on Queen Street within Morriston, Puslinch Township, when they initiated a traffic stop on a motor vehicle to determine sobriety.

As a result of the investigation, Kory HILTS, a 34-year-old of Puslinch Township is charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

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

The accused has since been released from police custody and 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). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

James SABA – Drunk Driving

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – One person has been charged following a traffic stop in Leamington.

On May 7, 2025, at approximately 12:42 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to check on the well being of a driver on Erie Street South in the Municipality of Leamington.

James SABA, 26-years-old of Leamington, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code and Cannabis Control Act offences:

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

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 May 23, 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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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Larissa Kim Reneigh KOKE Arrested For Drunk Driving

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – Suspended driver charged after impaired related traffic complaint.

On May 6, 2025, at approximately 12:15 a.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a complaint regarding a possible impaired driver on West Street in Blind River. Police located and stopped the brown pickup truck and spoke to the driver. They were subsequently arrested and the vehicle was towed and impounded.

Larissa Kim Reneigh KOKE, 49-years-old, from Blind River was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on June 5, 2025.

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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ADELAIDE METCALFE OPP Police Press Releases

Oscar AGUILAR – Drunk Driving

(ADELAIDE METCALFE, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after traffic complaint in Adelaide Metcalfe.

On May 3, 2025, at 9:00 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), received a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Centre Road in Adelaide Metcalfe.

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

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Oscar AGUILAR, a 35-year-old of Hamilton, 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 July 14, 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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OPP Police Press Releases South Porcupine

Tristen ARCHIBALD Was Arrested

(SOUTH PORCUPINE, ON) – A traffic complaint on Highway 101 leads to impaired charge.

On Monday, May 5, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the South Porcupine Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on Highway 101, in Timmins.  The vehicle was located, and it was determined the driver had consumed alcohol. The driver was transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Tristen ARCHIBALD, 29 years-old, of Kirkland Lake was arrested and charged with the following:

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

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

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on Thursday, May 29, 2025, in Timmins.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Porcupine

Shelby BATES-SAUCIER – Drunk Driving

(SOUTH PORCUPINE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision leading to an impaired charge.

On Friday May 2, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the South Porcupine OPP responded to a collision on Highway 144, Roblin Township, near Mattagami Lake Road.

The investigation revealed the driver has consumed alcohol and was transported to detachment for further testing. 

As a result, Shelby BATES-SAUCIER, 23 years-old, of Sudbury was charged with the following:

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

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

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on Monday, May 26, 2025, in Gogama.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Luke SELLARS Was Arrested – Drunk Driving

(SUDBURY, ON)- Police arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving offences after responding to a traffic complaint.

On Monday May 5, 2025, at approximately 9:50 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver travelling north on Highway 69, south of Sudbury.

The vehicle was located, and the driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Luke SELLARS, 43 years-of-age, from Chicago, IL, was charged with, operation while impaired – alcohol and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, in Sudbury.

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

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.