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Sauble Beach

William STANFIELD Was Arrested

(SAUBLE BEACH, ON) – On August 16, 2025, at approximately 7:37 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere(R.I.D.E.) program at the intersection of Second Avenue North and Third Avenue North in Sauble Beach.

During the initiative, officers encountered a white BMW enter the RIDE check. Following an interaction with the lone driver, the vehicle fled the scene at a high rate of speed, narrowly missing a uniformed officer.

Police initiated a follow-up investigation and later located the suspect and vehicle at a nearby residence.

William STANFIELD, 59-years-old, of Sauble Beach, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Flight from Peace Officer

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Resist Peace Officer

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on September 11, 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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Mapleton OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Arrested – Details Released

(MAPLETON TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Moorefield resident with four charges stemming from a fail to stop occurrence.

On August 4, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative and observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, to which a traffic stop was attempted to be initiated Wellington Road 12, within Mapleton Township, when the vehicle involved failed to stop for police.

Shortly thereafter, officers patrolling the area located the vehicle involved and conducted an investigation. As a result, Brett HIDDEMA, an 18-year-old of Moorefield was charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Fail to stop for police
  • Dangerous operation
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Flight from peace officer

Anyone charged with ‘drive motor vehicle – perform stunt’ receives a 14-day vehicle impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

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

The Wellington 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 Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Timothy ZABA Was Arrested

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – Police arrested and charged one person after a vehicle failed to stop for police.

On Sunday July 20, 2025, at approximately 11:10 a.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attempted to conduct a traffic stop with a vehicle on Quesnel Road, West Nipissing.

The known driver of the vehicle failed to stop for police and then fled on a personal watercraft, without a personal floatation device on the lower Sturgeon River.

Later that day, police contacted the known individual, who agreed to turn themselves in.

As a result of the investigation, Timothy ZABA, 49 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was charged with:

  • Flight from peace officer
  • Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit
  • Operating personal watercraft without all required personal flotation devices or lifejackets on board being inherently buoyant

The accused was held for Bail Court, then released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on August 7, 2025, in North Bay.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Spike Belt Used To Stop Simon BOUCHER

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police has charged one person following a short pursuit.

On Friday, July 18, 2025, shortly after 8:00 a.m., Bancroft OPP officers were advised from the Haliburton OPP that there was a stolen vehicle entering the area that they were currently pursuing. A tire deflation device was deployed, bringing the vehicle to a stop.

As a result, Simon BOUCHER, age 23, of Quebec was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Flight from peach officer
  • Dangerous operation

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on July 21, 2025.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Richard WIEBE Was Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – On July 17, 2025, at approximately 2:20 a.m., Brant County OPP responded to a report of a vehicle being driven erratically on Highway 403 westbound near Brantford.

The vehicle failed to stop for police and was later safely stopped near Highway 403 and Highway 401 with the assistance of Oxford County OPP.

As a result, 42-year-old Richard WIEBE of Scarborough has been charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Flight from Peace Officer

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

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Arrested – Flight From Police, Etc.

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges two individuals with five charges, stemming from an attempted traffic stop.

On July 7, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative and observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, to which a traffic stop was attempted to be initiated on Wellington Road 26 within Centre Wellington Township. Once the traffic stop was signaled, the motor vehicle failed to stop and instead fled the area, prompting an investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Paddy OSHEA,18-years-old, resident of Ireland, was charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

Additionally, Layla CASH, 23-years-old, resident of the United Kingdom, was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Obstruct Peace officer

The motor vehicle involved was impounded, and both accused were held in custody, pending a bail hearing.

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.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Maitland

Alexander UBDEGROVE Was Arrested Following Search

(MAITLAND, ON) – An extensive search for a wanted individual came to a safe conclusion with an arrest.

On Thursday, June 19, 2025, shortly after 12:00 p.m., members of the Leeds County and Grenville County Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a residence in Maitland for an unrelated matter when they observed a wanted, high-risk individual running from the property.

Officers attempted to apprehend the individual, who managed to flee the immediate area.

The OPP Emergency Response Team, Tactics and Rescue Unit, Canine Unit, and an OPP helicopter all converged to the area to assist with the search. Officers also utilized a Remotely Piloted Aerial System (drone) as part of the search efforts.

At approximately 6:00 p.m., the accused was located near County Road 2 in Maitland and was safely taken into police custody. No injuries were sustained by members of the public, members of the OPP or the accused. Despite initial indications the accused could be armed, no weapon was located.

30-year-old Alexander UBDEGROVE of Brockville is facing the following charges as a result of outstanding warrants:

  • Resist peace officer
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Operation while prohibited
  • Take motor vehicle without consent

The accused was held for a bail hearing on Friday, June 20, 2025, at the Brockville Ontario Court of Justice.

The OPP would like to thank residents of Maitland and area for their patience and understanding during this incident. The OPP would also like to thank those who provided information to assist officers.

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OPP Police Press Releases St Clair

Joseph SHANE Was Arrested

(ST. CLAIR TOWNSHIP, ON) – On January 14, 2025, just after 1:30 a.m., a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting patrols along St. Clair Parkway, south of Riverbend Drive, St. Clair Township. Police attempted to stop a vehicle to which the driver failed to comply and fled from police.

After further investigation, police were able to identity the driver of the involved vehicle.

As a result, on January 18, 2025, Joseph SHANE, 32-year-old of Sombra, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

  • Flight from Peace Officer

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Sarnia on March 27, 2025.

The Lambton County OPP remains committed to public safety. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Lambton County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Leon GRIFFITH Was Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals after an attempted traffic stop led to a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed through Orillia.  

On December 18, 2024, at approximately 10:30 a.m., Orillia OPP, were conducting general patrols when a traffic stop was conducted. Officers attempted to have the vehicle pull to the side of the road. The vehicle accelerated at a high rate of speed. Officers were notified by the public of a suspicious person and vehicle that matched the description of the vehicle officers attempted to stop earlier in the day. Orillia OPP officers located the vehicle.

As a result, Leon GRIFFITH; 41-year-old, from Cannington, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Flight from Peace Officer
  • Operate motor vehicle without insurance

Members of Orillia 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 have information that may be helpful, 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Jimmy Wysoczanski Was Arrested

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – One individual is facing charges after the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle for travelling greater than the posted 80km/hr speed limit.

On September 14, 2024, at 9:12 a.m., the Grey Bruce OPP were conducting traffic enforcement utilizing the LIDAR on Highway 6 at Mar in South Bruce Peninsula. The officer observed a motorcycle travelling at a high rate of speed and locked it in at 133 km/hr  in an 80 km/hr zone. The officer activated their emergency lights, and the motorcycle took off at a high rate of speed. Further north there was a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program at which time the driver was stopped, identified and arrested.

Jimmy Wysoczanski, 34-years-old of Guelph was charged with:

  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on October 3, 2024.

The accused’s licence was suspended for 30 days, and the motorcycle was impounded for 14 days.

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Brighton OPP Police Press Releases

Alexander DUMOUCHEL Was Arrested

(MUNICIPALITY OF BRIGHTON, ON) – Members from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with multiple offences following an initial traffic stop.

On September 1, 2024, at approximately 10:45 p.m., OPP were conducting radar enforcement on Highway 401 in the Municipality of Brighton. A pick-up truck was observed travelling eastbound at a speed of 151 km/h in a posted 110 km/h limit. A traffic stop was initiated and the driver pulled over. Police recorded details relevant to the vehicle and made a demand for documents from the driver. The individual then spun the tires of the vehicle before entering back onto the highway at speed.

As a result of an investigation, officers arrested the driver on September 5, 2024.

Alexander DUMOUCHEL, 33-years-old, from Kingston, has been charged with:

  • Flight from peace officer
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Fail to identify himself
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Fail to produce permit.

Their licence was suspended for 30-days and the accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Mark MOON Was Arrested

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – A Quinte West resident faces numerous criminal and driving related offences after an overnight incident. 

On August 14, 2024, members of Quinte West Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting speed enforcement on Dundas Street East in the City of Quinte West. Officers observed a vehicle traveling faster that the posted speed limit, which was confirmed by a speed-reading device. Police attempted to initiate a traffic stop, but the driver failed to stop. An individual was arrested a short time later. 

Mark MOON, age 27, is charged with: 

  • Adult Flight from police officer
  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Personation with intent to avoid arrest, prosecution or obstruct justice
  • Adult Driving while under suspension
  • Adult Speeding 1-49 Km/hr over posted limit

The accused was released with an appearance scheduled before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville. 

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Guanzhong DU Was Arrested

(OTTAWA, ON) – Police have conducted a joint initiative in the Ottawa area, to help promote safer roads following several fatal collisions over the August long weekend.

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Highway Safety Division (HSD), members of the Ottawa OPP Detachment, OPP Aviation Services and Ottawa Police Service had an increased presence along Highway 417 and other roads on Thursday, August 15, 2024. 

In one incident, an individual from Ottawa faces multiple charges after failing to stop for police. Shortly after 11:30 p.m. OPP observed a motorcycle travelling at high speeds on Highway 417 westbound, near Moodie. The motorcycle was travelling at nearly 150-km/h. When officers attempted to stop the motorcycle, the rider fled at higher speeds. With the assistance of an OPP helicopter, officers were able to track the motorcycle and driver to an address on Preston Street where an arrest was made.

Guanzhong DU, 24 years of age has been charged with the following Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act Charges:

  • Flight From Peace Officer
  • Fail to Stop for Police
  • Speeding
  • Drive Motor Vehicle, Plate Improperly Displayed
  • Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance

The motorcycle has been impounded until the completion of the court case. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on September 27, 2024.

The OPP can confirm that police attempted to stop another motorcycle which was travelling at more than 200-km/h on Highway 417. The driver failed to stop for police and was tracked for a short time by the OPP helicopter. However, in the interest of public safety and the safety of the driver, the helicopter disengaged as the driver’s behavior was becoming increasingly dangerous. 

In total, police laid fifty-one charges, which included 16 speeding charges, four stunt driving charges, three Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act charges, and 28 other various charges. There was a third motorcycle driver who failed to stop for police, but officers were able to obtain the plate information and that investigation is continuing with charges pending.

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OPP Police Press Releases

Matthew SAMOAIO Was Arrested

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – A Quinte West resident faces criminal and traffic charges after several complaints from the public about dangerous and potentially impaired driving. 

On July 11, 2024, members of Quinte West Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver, driving dangerously, westbound from the Belleville area. The vehicle was described as a white Maserati, with the registered owner being from the Quinte West area.

Police located the vehicle, which was travelling at a high rate of speed. When officers attempted to stop the vehicle, it fled. Police attended the registered owner’s address a short time later and located the driver and vehicle.   

Matthew SAMOAIO, aged 19 from Quinte West, was arrested and charged with:      

  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville later this summer

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Chesley OPP Police Press Releases

Dylan DUNDAS Was Arrested After Attempting To Flee Police

(CHESLEY, ON) – On April 9, 2024, at 10:00 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) on patrol along 1st Ave South in Chesley stopped to check a motorcycle; which then fled from police.

Police were later able to locate the subject vehicle and identify the driver.

As a result of the investigation, Dylan DUNDAS, 33-years-old from Huron-Kinloss, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Operation while Prohibited
  • Flight from peace officer

The motorcycle was impounded for 45 days. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Walkerton, on May 15, 2024.

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.