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IROQUOIS FALLS

William LEGGETTE – Drunk Driving

(IROQUOIS FALLS, ON) – A traffic stop led to impaired driving charges for one on Highway 11.

On August 18, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop Highway 11 in Iroquois Falls, after observing a vehicle swerving from fog line to centre line.

During the traffic stop, police determined that the driver had been consuming an alcoholic beverage. The driver was arrested and transported to the Cochrane detachment for further testing. A search of the vehicle incident to arrest was conducted, and police located open containers of alcohol beverages.

As a result of the investigation, William LEGGETTE, 62 years of age of Campbellcroft, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Driving a motor vehicle with an open container of liquor

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on September 12, 2024, in Timmins. 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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OPP Police Press Releases Teeswater WFP

Zachery LOSCH – Drunk Driving

(TEESWATER, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an impaired driver at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint.

On August 16, 2024, members of the South Bruce OPP were conducting a RIDE checkpoint in Teeswater.  At approximately 11:04 p.m., police stopped a vehicle to check the sobriety of the driver. The driver was placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests.

Zachery LOSCH, 29-years-old, from the Howick Township was charged with:

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

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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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Andres REYES FLOREZ – Impaired Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – The Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual following a single vehicle collision investigation.

On August 15, 2024, at approximately 9:30 a.m., members of the Haldimand OPP located a vehicle in the ditch on Townline Road, Cayuga.

The investigation determined that the vehicle was occupied by the driver only and there were no injuries reported.

Upon speaking with the driver, it became apparent they had consumed alcohol, and the individual was taken into custody.

As a result, 27-year-old Andres REYES FLOREZ of West Lincoln Township has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on September 3, 2024.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Harsimarjot SIDHU – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver involved in a single motor vehicle collision with impaired operation.

On August 17, 2024, shortly after 11:00 p.m., Caledon OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on McLaren Road, near The Grange Side Road, in the Town of Caledon. No injuries were reported. During the investigation, officers 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, Harsimarjot SIDHU, 34, of Brampton, 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 September 5, 2024, to answer to the charges. 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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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Matthew CECCHI – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) work extremely hard to keep the roads safe in Dufferin County. Officers removed and charged two drivers with impaired operation related offences.

On August 17, 2024, just before 9:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a single motor vehicle collision in the Township of Melancthon. Officers located the vehicle in the area of County Road 17 and were led to an impaired driving investigation.

As a result, Rogers KIMELI, a 25-year-old male, from Brampton has been charged with:

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

•     Dangerous operation

On August 17, 2024, just before 10:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP responded to a disturbance call at an RV Resort in the area of East Luther Township. Officers spoke with the male and were led to an impaired driving investigation.

As a result, Matthew CECCHI, a 51-year-old male, from Brampton has been charged with:

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville, to answer to the charges at a later date in June 2024. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicles impounded for a period of 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.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Blaze NOSEWORTHY – Drunk Driving

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Police arrested a driver after investigating a single vehicle collision in the Township of Zorra.

On August 19, 2024, at approximately 9:00 p.m., the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a vehicle in the ditch on the 37th Line in Zorra.

After speaking to the driver, police observed signs of impairment and made an arrest.

After conducting further testing at the detachment, Blaze NOSEWORTHY, 27 years-of-age of Ingersoll, was charged with the following Criminal Code charges:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired -Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Woodstock on September 24, 2024.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Taurean BARBONI – Drunk Driving

(DRYDEN, ON) – On August 19, 2024, shortly after 7:00 p.m., members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint from a concerned citizen regarding an impaired driver.

Officers located the vehicle on Whyte Avenue in the City of Dryden and through investigation, it was determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Dryden detachment for further testing.

As a result, Taurean BARBONI, 22-year-old of Dryden has been arrested and charged with the following criminal code offences:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on September 16, 2024.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads, trails and waterways through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is imperative to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

Zachary CANN-LOVE : Impaired Driving

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing Impaired driving charge after failing roadside demand.

On August 19, 2024, at 9:05 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol on Egremont Drive in Middlesex Centre, performed a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Zachary CANN-LOVE, a 23-year-old of London, 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 in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on October 7, 2024.

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 Huron

Matthew ROBERTS – Drunk Driving

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a London resident with an Impaired Driving offence following a traffic stop just after 2:30 a.m. on Saturday August 3rd, 2024. 

On August 3rd, Huron County OPP officers observed a vehicle travelling southbound on Grand Bend Line in the Municipality of South Huron. The officer noticed that the vehicle driver activated the vehicle high beams several times at the approaching police cruiser. The vehicle was then stopped by police on Grand Bend Line.

Police spoke to the driver and determined they had been consuming alcohol prior to driving. A demand was made by police for a sample of the driver’s breath into the roadside screening device, which resulted in a failure. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest for Impaired Operation and taken into custody. The driver was transported to the Lambton OPP detachment in Grand Bend for further breath tests with an OPP qualified breath technician. The accused’ breath samples resulted in readings exceeding the legal limit.

Matthew ROBERTS, 32 years of age from London has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused has since been released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for September 9th, 2024, at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Nathanial WARD – Drunk Driving

(HURON EAST, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Central Huron resident with an Impaired Driving offence following a traffic stop at 11:00 p.m. on Friday August 2nd, 2024. 

On August 2nd, Huron County OPP officers observed a vehicle at the corner of Huron Road and Front Road in the Municipality of Huron East. The officer observed the vehicle driver not maintaining the lane as they travelled west on Huron Road. The vehicle was stopped by police soon after the observations.

Police spoke to the driver and determined they had been consuming alcohol prior to driving. A demand was made by police for a sample of the driver’s breath into the roadside screening device, which resulted in a failure. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest for Impaired Operation and taken into custody. The driver was transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton for further breath tests with an OPP qualified breath technician. The accused’ breath samples resulted in readings over two times the legal limit.

Nathanial WARD, 32 years of age from Central Huron has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The accused was additionally charged with offences found in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA), and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act (CAIA).

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused has since been released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for September 16th, 2024, at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Rebecca REES – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an impaired driving incident in Brant County. 

On August 18, 2024, at approximately 2:25 a.m., members of the Brant Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle that was located on the railway tracks near Broadway Street West and Capron Street in Brant County. 

As a result of investigation, police charged 30-year-old Rebecca REES from Kitchener, with the following offences:

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

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 in Brantford on September 6, 2024.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Justin HENDERSON – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – A Waterford resident is facing charges following a traffic stop on Indian Line Road.

On August 17, 2024, at approximately 12:10 a.m., a member of the Brant Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol when they stopped a passenger vehicle on Indian Line Road in Brant County. 

As a result of the investigation, Justin HENDERSON, a 30-year-old from Waterford was

charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to surrender licence
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

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 in Brantford on September 12, 2024.

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Bruce Mines OPP Police Press Releases

Samual GODDA – Drunk Driving, Etc.

(BRUCE MINES, ON)- Driver hits a hydro pole and leaves the scene.

On August 17, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to motor vehicle collision involving a silver SUV that struck a utility pole on Cunningham Street in the Town of Bruce Mines.

The SUV left the scene with the air bags deployed and hanging out the windows. The vehicle continued westbound on Highway 17 to the town of Desbarats. Police located the vehicle at Johnson Community Centre and arrested the driver. 

As a result, Samual GODDA, 27 years-of-age from London was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired- alcohol
  • Operation while impaired-alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation
  • Drive motor vehicle-no licence
  • Fail to report accident
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused is schedule to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Elliot Lake on October 3, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases St Clair

Fabian FAU Was Arrested

(ST. CLAIR TOWNSHIP, ON) – A traffic stop led to one individual being arrested and charged for driving while impaired.

On August 15, 2024, at approximately 7:47 p.m., a member of Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 40, north of Bentpath Line, St. Clair Township.

As a result of the investigation, Fabian FAU, 32-year-old of Wallaceburg, was charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, Liquor Licence and Control Act, and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Fail to surrender insurance card

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 August 26, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charges.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Zakary BURNETT Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an impaired driving incident in Simcoe.

At approximately 10:53 p.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a single-vehicle collision on Ireland Road in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that the vehicle left the roadway and struck a structure on private property. No injuries were reported.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety at the scene, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 22-year-old Zakary BURNETT of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis in open baggage.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.