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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Stephanie GABRIEL – Drunk Driving

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – One person arrested for impaired driving at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program.

On Saturday July 19,2025, at approximately 12:08 a.m. the Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a RIDE program on Goodfish Road, Kirkland Lake. A vehicle pulled up to the RIDE program, upon speaking with the driver, officers determined the individual had consumed an alcoholic beverage. The driver was arrested and transported to the Kirkland Lake OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Stephanie GABRIEL, a 34-year-old from Kirkland Lake, has been charged with, operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration 80 plus.

The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on August 7, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol and drug-impaired drivers off our road through public education and enforcement. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, please call 9-1-1.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Lucky GILL – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Orangeville resident with impaired driving-related offences following a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program.

On August 3, 2025, just after 10:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. spot check in the area of Townline in the Town of Orangeville. A vehicle entered the checkpoint and, after a brief interaction with officers, an impaired driving investigation was initiated.

Lucky GILL, a 27-year-old male, from Orangeville has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

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.

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BROOKE-ALVINSTON OPP Police Press Releases

Patrick SINCLAIR – Drunk Driving

(BROOKE-ALVINSTON, ON) – One individual has been charged with impaired driving following a traffic stop.

On August 3, 2025, shortly after 9:15 p.m., while conducting general patrol, a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Inwood Road at Oil Springs Line, after observing a suspicious vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Patrick SINCLAIR, 24-year-old of Bothwell, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following 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 has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Sarnia on September 25, 2025.

The Lambton 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.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Terrance D’SOUZA – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Mississauga resident with impaired driving offences following a single-vehicle collision.

On August 3, 2025, shortly after 12:30 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a single-vehicle collision on County Road 25, just north of Grand Valley, where a vehicle had struck a bridge deck. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the male driver and observed signs of impairment, prompting an impaired driving investigation.

Terrance D’SOUZA, a 53-year-old male, from Mississauga 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.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Michael WALKER – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – On August 1, 2025, at approximately 4:43 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision on West Quarter Townline Road, within the County of Brant.

As a result of the investigation, one individual was taken into custody.

Police have charged Michael WALKER, 58 years old, of Brantford, with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
  • Operation While Impaired – BAC 80+

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on August 15, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads through enforcement and education. Motorists are reminded that impaired driving-by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of death on Ontario roadways.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Lindsay STALWICK Arrested Following Hit & Run

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one driver after failing to remain at a collision in Renfrew.

On Sunday, August 3, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Renfrew OPP responded to reports of a collision on O’Brien Road where the driver fled the scene. Officers later located the vehicle and driver.

As a result of the investigation, Lindsay STALWICK age 55 of Renfrew was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired- alcohol

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

·        Breach of recognizance

·        Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

·        Fail to notify change of address

·        Fail to remain

This accused was released and scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on September 3, 2025.

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

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Randall HALL – Impaired Operation

(BRANT, ON) – On August 2, 2025, at approximately 3:42 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision on Maple Avenue south, within the County of Brant.

As a result of the investigation, one individual was taken into custody.

Police have charged Randall HALL, 57 years old, of Brant County, with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Operation While Impaired – BAC 80+

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on August 21, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads through enforcement and education. Motorists are reminded that impaired driving-by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of death on Ontario roadways.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

Shane CRUICKSHANK Was Arrested

(BROCKTON, ON) – On August 3, 2025, at approximately 8:04 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle along Bruce Road 10 outside of Elmwood, Municipality of Brockton.

While speaking with the driver, the investigating officer detected signs of impairment. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Shane CRUICKSHANK, 39-years-old, of the Municipality of Kincardine, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80 plus, CC 320.14(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear on September 10, 2025, at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice to answer to the charge.

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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Ingersoll OPP Police Press Releases

Catharine PAVEL – Drunk Driving

 (INGERSOLL, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment took another impaired driver off the road as the result of a R.I.D.E. check in the Town of Ingersoll.

On August 3, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Oxford OPP set up a Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) check on Harris Street in Ingersoll.

As a result, Catharine PAVEL, a 55-year-old resident of Hamilton, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Having Care and Control of a Motor Vehicle with Unsealed Container of Alcohol

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on September 16, 2025.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Lisa BURGESS – Hit & Run, Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Orton resident with impaired driving offences following a fail-to-remain collision.

On July 30, 2025, just before 11:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a fail-to-remain motor vehicle collision near County Road 109 and Highway 10 in the Town of Caledon. While en route, officers located the suspect vehicle and conducted a traffic stop in the Township of East Garafraxa. Upon speaking with the female driver, officers observed signs of impairment and initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Lisa BURGESS, a 52-year-old female, from Orton has been charged with:

•      Fail to remain

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

•      Fail to surrender insurance card

•      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

•      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

•      Obstruct plate

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.

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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

More Drunk Drivers Arrested – ORR & SHIFAW

(LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Lennox and Addington County members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two people with impaired driving related charges overnight.

On Monday August 4, 2025, just after 9:00 p.m., L&A County OPP members were called after a vehicle was involved in a collision in the drive through of a local business and fled the scene. The vehicle was located, and following an investigation, the driver was arrested.

Justine ORR, a 32-year-old from Loyalist Township, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol
  • Dangerous Driving
  • Failure to stop after accident

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on August 26, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was impounded.

On Tuesday August 5, 2025, just before 3:00 a.m., L&A County OPP was called by a member of the public regarding a single vehicle collision on Highway 401 in Tyendinaga Township. Police located the involved vehicle and the driver was arrested.

Justin SHIFAW, a 20-year-old from Peterborough, was charged with:

  •  Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol
  • Dangerous Driving

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on August 26, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was impounded.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Jillian PRICE – Impaired Driving

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with impaired driving-related offences following a traffic stop in Bancroft.

On Monday, August 4, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., officers from the Bancroft OPP responded to a report of a possible impaired driver on Highway 28 South. Officers located the vehicle and, after stopping it on Monck Street in Bancroft, made observations consistent with alcohol impairment and conducted an investigation.

Jillian PRICE, a 42-year-old resident of Bancroft, has been charged with the following:

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

The accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was impounded for seven days. PRICE was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on September 2, 2025.

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Corbeil

Jessica BURNS – Drunk Driving

(CORBEIL, ON) – Twelve drivers have been charged with impaired driving offences by the North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in the month of July 2025.

One of those individuals was arrested following a single-vehicle collision in Corbeil.

On Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the North Bay OPP, East Ferris Fire Department, and District of Nipissing Paramedic Services responded to a report of a single-vehicle collision on Johnson Road in Corbeil. The driver was extricated from the vehicle, and officers determined the individual had been consuming alcohol. The driver was transported to hospital by ambulance, where further breath testing was completed.

As a result of the investigation, Jessica BURNS, 36 years-of-age from North Bay, has been 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 August 19, 2025, in North Bay. Additionally, they received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Callander OPP Police Press Releases

Kenneth CLARK – Drunk Driving

(CALLANDER, ON) – Twelve drivers have been charged with impaired driving offences by the North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in the month of July 2025.

One of those individuals was arrested after a patrol officer in Callander was alerted by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system to a suspended driver.

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, at approximately 4:00 a.m., the North Bay OPP was conducting patrol on Highway 94 in Callander when the ALPR system notified the officer of a suspended driver. A traffic stop was conducted, and the driver was arrested for driving while disqualified. Officers determined the individual had been consuming alcohol and transported them to the North Bay OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Kenneth CLARK, 63 years-of-age from Corbeil, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Operation while prohibited under the criminal code

·        Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·        Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Additionally, the individual received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

Whether you are impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired. Driving under the influence of either is a criminal offence and poses a serious risk to public safety.

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Mattawa OPP Police Press Releases

George EBBS – Drunk Driving

(MATTAWA, ON) – Twelve drivers have been charged with impaired driving offences by the North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in the month of July 2025. One of those individuals was arrested after entering a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program checkpoint in Mattawa.

On Friday, July 25, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the North Bay OPP were conducting a RIDE program on Pine Street in Mattawa. Officers spoke with the driver of a vehicle entering the checkpoint and determined the individual had been consuming an alcoholic beverage. The driver was arrested and transported to the Mattawa OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, George EBBS, 61 years-of-age from Mattawa, was 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 North Bay on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Additionally, the individual received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education.