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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Paul SABUTSCH Was Arrested

(LAKESHORE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Lakeshore Detachment, has charged an individual following a collision investigation.

On September 27, 2024, at approximately 5:40 p.m., emergency services including Lakeshore Fire Rescue and Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Service (EMS) responded to a two vehicle collision on Puce Road between Walls Road and Highway 401, Municipality of Lakeshore.

A pickup truck with a lone driver and a sedan with two occupants, all were transported to a local hospital by EMS with non-life-threatening injuries. 

As a result of the investigation, Paul SABUTSCH, a 32-year-old from Lakeshore was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs S. 320.14(1)(a) CC

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) S.320.14(1)(a) CC

A 90-day drivers licence suspension and a 7-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor October 18, 2024.

The OPP remind drivers and members of the public to respect our communities, comply with all laws and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighbourhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions. Report impaired drivers and dangerous driving behaviours. Your call could save a life, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Jeremy BAYNES – Drunk Driving

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has taken another impaired driver off the road in the Town of Huntsville.

On September 23, 2024, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Huntsville OPP responded to a report of a possible impaired driver at a business on Aspdin Road, in the Town of Huntsville. Upon arrival, the police investigation resulted in the arrest of the individual.

As a result of the investigation, Jeremy BAYNES, a 41-year-old of Acton, was 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 Bracebridge on November 5, 2024. The accused also had their drivers license suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for seven days. 

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.

Anyone with information related to these incidents is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit information online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Mary LAPOINTE – Drunk Driving

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – One person is facing impaired driving charges after Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) members investigated a single-vehicle collision early Thursday morning in the County of Brant.

On Thursday September 26, 2024 at approximately 1:24 a.m., Brant County OPP members responded to a collision on Highway 403 in the County of Brant. It was determined a vehicle had left the roadway and collided with a tree. There were no reported injuries.

One person was arrested and transported to Brant OPP detachment for testing.

Police have charged Mary LAPOINTE, 27-years-of-age from London with the following offences:

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

·      Dangerous Operation

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford, Ontario at a later date.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Michael FEDORA – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a complaint from a concerned motorist.

On September 23, 2024, shortly before 8:00 p.m., Caledon OPP responded to a traffic complaint where a vehicle was described as operating in a concerning manner on Valleywood Boulevard. Officers located the vehicle, and during the investigation, formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Michael FEDORA, 61, of Caledon, was charged with:

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

• Operation while impaired – Alcohol

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on October 10, 2024, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP relies on the public to report crime. Impaired driving is a crime that should be treated no differently. Drivers and other road users can significantly contribute to safer roads by avoiding taking unnecessary risks and complying with all traffic laws. It’s simply not worth the risk.

To report a possible impaired driver, call 9-1-1. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

GURPREET SINGH – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a complaint from a concerned motorist.

On September 19, 2024, shortly after 3:00 a.m., Caledon OPP responded to a report of a vehicle that had stopped on Highway 10, near King Street, in the Town of Caledon. There were concerns that the driver may be impaired. Officers located the vehicle and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result, GURPREET SINGH, 27, of Brampton, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on October 10, 2024, to answer to the charge. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

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. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Chatham-Kent OPP Police Press Releases

Nicholas ROBINSON – Drunk Driving

(CHATHAM-KENT, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following a traffic stop.

On September 24, 2024, at approximately 6:15 a.m., a member of the OPP Traffic Incident Enforcement Team (TIME) stopped a passenger vehicle on Grand Avenue East, Municipality of Chatham-Kent, following a notification from the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system.

As a result of the investigation, Nicholas ROBINSON, a 28-year-old from Oro-Medonte Township was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Fail to notify change of address – licence
  • Fail to have insurance card

A further 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 in Chatham on October 21, 2024.

The OPP remind drivers and members of the public to respect our communities, comply with all laws and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighbourhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions. Report impaired drivers and dangerous driving behaviours. Your call could save a life, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Mike LOON – Drunk Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On September 21st, 2024 at approximately 7:20 a.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint along Highway 589, within the Township of Gorham.

The complaint vehicle was located & a traffic stop was initiated. Through the investigation, it was determined that the driver had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & returned to the detachment for further tests.

As a result of the investigation, Mike LOON, 50, of Slate Falls, Ontario was charged with:

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 23rd, 2024.

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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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Johnathan MCCANN Was Arrested

(TOWNSHIP OF ESSA, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers lay charges relating to an impaired investigation on Sunday night.

On September 22nd, 2024, shortly after 11:25 p.m. an Officer from the Nottawasaga Detachment was conducting traffic enforcement on Brentwood Road in the Township of Essa. The subject vehicle was observed travelling at a low rate of speed with no rear lights on. The vehicle was stopped, as a result of the investigation officers arrested the driver for impaired driving. Johnathan MCCANN a 49-year-old from Angus was arrested and charged with the following:

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

·      Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Take motor vehicle without consent

The male was arrested on the strength of outstanding warrants and was later released with a future court date.

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Guelph OPP Police Press Releases

Bharadwaj SRIHARI – Drunk Driving

(GUELPH, ON) On September 23, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were dispatched to a two-motor vehicle collision on the Hanlon Parkway within the City of Guelph.

As a result of the investigation, Bharadwaj SRIHARI, 25-years-old of Guelph, was charged with:

•             Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus, contrary to the Criminal Code

•             Drive motor vehicle – no licence, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph, at a later date.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Puslinch

Joshua RAMIAH – Drunk Driving

(PUSLINCH TWP, ON) On September 23, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m. officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were dispatched to a single motor vehicle collision, where the motor vehicle was reported to have crashed into a nearby ditch on Roszell Road, Puslinch.

As a result of the investigation, Joshua RAMIAH, 20-years-old of Cambridge, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood concentration 80 plus contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Novice driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
  • Young driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
  • Careless Driving, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph, at a later date.

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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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Rene RUEL – Drunk Driving

(PEMBROKE, ON) – An individual from Petawawa is facing a Criminal Code (CC) charge after members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) recently investigated an impaired driving complaint.

On September 22, 2024, at approximately 9:00 p.m. officers from the UOV OPP responded to a complaint of a possible impaired driver on a motor-assisted bike in Petawawa. A short time later police stopped the driver on Victoria Street in Petawawa. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.   

As a result of the investigation 48-year-old Rene RUEL is facing the following CC charge:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration over 80mg

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their motor-assisted bicycle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on October 29, 2024.  

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

Timothy DIEMERT – Drunk Driving

(BROCKTON, ON) – On September 19, 2024, at 7:36 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle collision along Concession 8 in Brockton.

As a result of the investigation, Timothy DIEMERT, 52-years-old of Hanover was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired (80 plus) – CC 320.14(1)(b)

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 Petrolia Police Press Releases

Chad COLLEY-VANDERZANDE – Drunk Driving

(PETROLIA, ON) – The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged an individual with impaired driving following a traffic stop.

On September 20, 2024, shortly after 10:45 p.m., members of Lambton County OPP conducted a traffic stop on Rail Road Street, town of Petrolia.

As a result of the investigation, Chad COLLEY-VANDERZANDE, 37-year-old of Plympton-Wyoming, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

  • 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 on October 28, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charge.

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”.

The Lambton OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Walpole Island First Nation

Ira WHITE – Drunk Driving

(WALPOLE ISLAND FIRST NATION, ON) – On September 19, 2024, shortly after 1:30 p.m., a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Ashkebee Road, Walpole Island First Nation.

As a result of the investigation, Ira WHITE, 57-year-old of Walpole Island First Nation, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order (two counts)
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – opioid (other than heroin)
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive motor vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 45-days.

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on October 16, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charges.

The 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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OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

Felicia MERJO – Drunk Driving

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one female with impaired operation related offences on Thursday evening. 

On September 19, 2024, shortly after 8:30 P.M., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to the area of Fifth Avenue in the Town of Orangeville for an intoxicated patron who was attempting to drive away from a local dining establishment. Officers arrived on scene and were led into an impaired driving investigation.

Felicia MERJO, a 54-year-old female, from Brampton has been charged with:

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

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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.