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North Bay OPP Police Press Releases

Brian TRENHOLME – Drunk Driving

(NORTH BAY, ON) – Traffic complaint results in driver charged for impaired driving.

On July 12, 2024 shortly before 6:00 p.m., the North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint involving a grey Ford pick-up truck on Highway 17, North Bay.

Police located the subject vehicle and through investigation Brian TRENHOLME, 57 years-of-age of Keswick, was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on August 27, 2024. They were issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

The OPP remind motorists; 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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OPP Police Press Releases Tay Valley

Berat BERBEROGLU Was Arrested

(TAY VALLEY TWP, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Kitchener resident with impaired driving.

Lanark officers responded to a traffic complaint on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, shortly after 12:30 a.m., on Highway-7 in Tay Valley Township, just west of Perth. 

Officers located the vehicle as it entered a parking lot on Dufferin Street in Perth. An Approved Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was arrested and transported to the Lanark Detachment for further testing,

As a result of the investigation, Berat BERBEROGLU age 53, 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 in Perth on August 26, 2024.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension) and vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

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Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands OPP Police Press Releases

Jacob LECLAIR – Drunk Driving

(NORTHEASTERN MANITOULIN AND THE ISLANDS, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged following a single vehicle collision.

On July 13, 2024, shortly before 2:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single vehicle collision on Highway 540 in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands. Police arrived on scene and determined there were no injuries for the lone occupant of the vehicle. Upon speaking with the driver, police were able to determine that the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Jacob LECLAIR, 19-years-old from Sudbury has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Breach of probation order (P.O.A.)
  • Young driver – B.A.C. above zero

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on August 27, 2024.

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

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

David SCHOUTEN – Drunk Driving

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged after being stopped at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) program.

On July 13, 2024, shortly after 1:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E. program on Highway 6 near Clear Lake Road in Espanola. A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. program and upon speaking with the driver, police were able to determine the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, David SCHOUTEN, 59-years-old from Espanola has been 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 Espanola on August 6, 2024.

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

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Killaloe OPP Police Press Releases

Kelly ZOHR – Drunk Driving

(KILLALOE, ON) – Police have laid impaired charges on a driver after responding to a report of a vehicle collision.

On July 16, 2024, just before 8:00 p.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision involving a passenger car and a pickup truck on private property in the Township of Bonnechere Valley.

As part of the investigation the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing. As a result of the investigation, 41-year-old Kelly ZOHR of Eganville was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Impaired Operation; and,
  • Over 80 mgs of Alcohol per 100 ml of Blood.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on August 21, 2024, Ontario Court of Justice, Pembroke. The accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle towed and impounded. No reported injuries.

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Hamilton OPP Police Press Releases

Rebecca PURNWASIE – Drunk Driving

(HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a person with impaired operation.

On July 16, 2024, at approximately 4:25 p.m., police and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision involving a pick-up truck and a passenger vehicle at the intersection of Harwood Road and County Road 45 in Hamilton Township.

Officers arrived and began an investigation into the cause of the collision and subsequently arrested the driver of the passenger vehicle. The individual was transported to a local detachment for further testing. Injuries were described as minor.

Rebecca PURNWASIE, 37-years-old, from Baltimore, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

–      Dangerous operation

–      Fail to surrender insurance card.

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

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

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.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Brent SEWARD – Drunk Driving

(BROCKTON, ON) – On July 15, 2024, at 7:10 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a two-vehicle collision along Jackson Street, Walkerton in the Municipality of Brockton.

One of the drivers was found to have been drinking alcohol. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests.

Brent SEWARD, 33-years-old, from the Municipality of South Bruce 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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Central Elgin OPP Police Press Releases

Brodie GRIFFITHS – Drunk Driving

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), St. Thomas detachment has charged an individual following a collision investigation.

On July 13, 2024, at approximately 8:35 p.m., members of Elgin County OPP, (St. Thomas Detachment) and Elgin-St. Thomas Emergency Services (EMS) received a report of a single-vehicle collision involving a passenger vehicle leaving the roadway and colliding with a tree off Carlow near Bridge Street, Municipality of Central Elgin.

While speaking to the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication from the driver and administered an Approved Screen Device (ASD) Test, registering a failure. The driver was taken into custody without incident and transported to the St. Thomas Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Brodie GRIFFITHS, a 28-year-old from London was charged with:

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

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 St. Thomas on August 20, 2024.

No serious injuries were reported.

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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Central Elgin OPP Police Press Releases

Alankrit BHATNAGAR – Drunk Driving

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), St. Thomas detachment has charged an individual following a collision investigation.

On July 13, 2024, at approximately 6:45 p.m., members of Elgin County OPP, (St. Thomas Detachment) received a report of a single-vehicle collision involving a passenger vehicle left East Road near Sunset Drive, Municipality of Central Elgin.

While speaking to the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication from the driver. The driver was taken into custody without incident and transported to the St. Thomas Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Alankrit BHATNAGAR, a 28-year-old from St. Thomas was charged with:

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

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 St. Thomas on August 26, 2024.

No serious injuries were reported.

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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Malahide OPP Police Press Releases

Brandon WALTON JINTES – Drunk Driving

(MALAHIDE, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), St. Thomas detachment has charged an individual following a collision investigation.

On July 12, 2024, at approximately 10:00 p.m., members of Elgin County OPP, (St. Thomas Detachment) received a report of a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of John Wise Line at Carter Road, Township of Malahide.

When police arrived on scene, officers observed signs of intoxication from one of the involved drivers. This driver was taken into custody without incident and transported to the St. Thomas Detachment for further testing.

No serious injuries were reported by any of the two vehicles’ occupants.

As a result of the investigation, Brandon WALTON JINTES, a 26-year-old from Woodstock was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Novice driver BAC above zero

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 St. Thomas on August 20, 2024.

No serious injuries were reported.

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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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested – Names Released

(LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – The Lennox and Addington (L&A) County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged five drivers in impaired driving related investigations.

On July 12, 2024, just before 8:30 p.m., officers responded to a call for service at a location on Deseronto Road. When officers arrived, they observed an ATV being operated in the area. Officers spoke with the driver who was subsequently arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result, Victor GREEN, age 32, of Deseronto was charged with:

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

On July 13, 2024, just after 7:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 41 near Flinton Road in Addington Highlands Township. The passenger of the vehicle suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital by ambulance. The driver, who was uninjured, was subsequently arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result, a 44-year-old from North Frontenac Township was charged with:

Operation while impaired causing bodily harm
Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The collision remains under investigation.

On July 13, 2024, just before 8:00 p.m., officers responded to a call for service in the area of Main Street in Deseronto. When officers arrived, they observed an individual operating a motorized scooter. Officers spoke with the driver who was subsequently arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result, Annette TUCKER, age 62, of Deseronto was charged with:

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

On July 14, 2024, just after 3:30 a.m., while on general patrol in the area of County Road 4 in Loyalist Township, officers observed a vehicle pull over, followed by the driver exiting the vehicle and urinating on the ground. Officers conducted a traffic stop and spoke with the driver. As part of the investigation, an Approved Screening Device (ASD) was administered, and the driver was subsequently arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result, Eric HOMIAK, age 39, of Brockville was charged with:

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

On July 14, 2024, just before 5:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to a report of a traffic complaint southbound on Miller Road in Stone Mills Township. Officers located the vehicle on County Road 27 and conducted a traffic stop. As part of the investigation, an Approved Screening Device (ASD) was administered, and the driver was subsequently arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result, Terrance FULTON, age 75, of Stone Mills Township was charged with:

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

All accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee at a later date.

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Drummond-North Elmsley OPP Police Press Releases

Marissa STEACY Was Arrested

(DRUMMOND-NORTH ELMSLEY TWP, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth resident with impaired driving.

Lanark officers responded July 12, 2024, shortly before 7:00 p.m. to Highway-7, east of Perth, when calls came in regarding an erratic driver.

Officers located the vehicle. The driver was arrested and transported to the Lanark Detachment for testing,

As a result of the investigation, Marissa STEACY, age 33, 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 in Perth on August 12, 2024. The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension) and vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

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Kraig MINZEN – Drunk Driving

(BOSANQUET TOWNSHIP, ON) – An individual is facing charges after police investigated a single motor vehicle collision.

On July 12, 2024, at approximately 8:17 p.m., members of Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Lambton County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a single vehicle rollover crash on Sitter Road, Bosanquet Township.

As a result, the driver, was taken into custody without incident and transported to a hospital in Strathroy for minor injuries.

Charged with the following offences is, 30-year-old Kraig MINZEN, of Parkhill:

  • Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Careless Driving
  • Novice driver – B.A.C above zero
  • Driver fail to surrender licence

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 13, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak 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”.

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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CAVAN-MONAGHAN OPP Police Press Releases

Nathaniel KANE – Drunk Driving

(CAVAN-MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after a traffic stop.

On Friday July 12, 2024, at approximately 3:00pm, an officer from the Peterborough County OPP detachment conducted a traffic stop on County Road 28 after being alerted by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) in their cruiser. The officer approached the driver and made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Nathaniel KANE (age 32) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused had their drivers 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 August 27, 2024.

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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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – On July 12th, 2024, Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested 3 impaired drivers within 5 hours.

 At approximately 7:30p.m, Officers conducted a traffic stop at Warner Gate Street and O’Neill Street in Lindsay, for a vehicle that was driving erratically.  Through investigation the Officer arrested and charged the driver Sean McLellan, 39 years old from Janetville with

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

–         Driver fail to surrender licence

At approximately 10:00p.m, Officers located a vehicle on West Street South in Fenelon Falls without proper headlights.  Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and through investigation found the driver, Francois Belanger, 58 years old from Fenelon Falls to be impaired.

Francois Belanger was arrested and charged with

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

–         Drive without proper headlights- motor vehicle

At approximately 11:00p.m, Officers responded to a call for a possible impaired driver in Fenelon Falls. Officers arrived on scene and located the vehicle, stationary in a parking lot with music playing and a male occupant sitting in the driver’s seat. Through investigation, Bradley Pataky, 48 years old, from Peterborough, was arrested and charged with

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

–         Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

–         Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

–         Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available.

All three drivers received a 90-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

They were released from custody with conditions and have will appear in court at a future date.

Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Arrive alive, drive sober.

The City of Kawartha Lakes OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-8477