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GUELPH-ERAMOSA

Troy CLEGHORN Arrested Following Collision

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Rockwood resident with two criminal charges stemming from a two-motor vehicle collision.

On September 5, 2025, at approximately 8:20 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP attended the scene of a two-motor vehicle collision on Main Street in Rockwood.

Troy CLEGHORN, a 25-year-old from Rockwood, is charged with the following:

  • Operation while Impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus
  • Fail to Remain

None of the involved parties sustained any injuries.

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 – Guelph on September 16, 2025 to answer to the charges.

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 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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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Lakes

David QUACKENBUSH Facing Numerous Charges

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT LAKES, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with multiple charges including impaired.

On Thursday September 4, 2025, at approximately 11:45pm, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call regarding a vehicle that had gone off the road on County Road 36 in the Municipality of Trent Lakes. The caller provided a description of the vehicle and the driver. Officers located the vehicle and upon speaking with the driver, determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

David QUACKENBUSH (age 37) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Operation while impaired

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

• Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

• Take motor vehicle without consent

• Fail to report accident

• Fail to surrender insurance card

• Fail to surrender licence

• Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

• Drive motor vehicle with liquor readily available

The accused had their driver’s licence further 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 October 14, 2025.

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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Central Huron OPP Police Press Releases

75 Year Old From Central Huron Arrested – Details Released

(CENTRAL HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Central Huron resident with criminal driving offences following a two-vehicle collision in the Municipality of Central Huron, on August 13, 2025. 

Just after 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a report of a collision at the intersection of Bayfield Road and Parr Line in Central Huron. One of the vehicles involved failed to remain at the collision scene and drove southbound. Police eventually located the suspect vehicle, which was damaged and parked inside a garage. The suspect driver was identified by police and arrested.

The occupant of the second vehicle involved in the collision was treated for minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, the accused has been charged as follows:

John HOOGENES, 75 years-of-age from Central Huron has been charged with:

–      Dangerous Operation,

–      Failure to Stop After Accident.

The accused was processed, and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on September 22nd, 2025. 

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Area OPP Morris-Turnberry OPP Police Press Releases

3 Sent To Hospital: Christopher BARRON Arrested After Hit & Runs #3Strikes

(MORRIS-TURNBERRY, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a North Huron resident with several criminal driving offences following a two-vehicle collision in the Township of Morris-Turnberry, on July 5th, 2025. 

Just before 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 05, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a report of a collision at the intersection of Howick-Turnberry Road and London Road, just north of the Town of Wingham. One of the vehicles involved failed to remain at the collision scene and fled towards Wingham. An OPP officer attempted to stop the fleeing vehicle which failed to stop for police.

Police eventually located the suspect vehicle, which was damaged and abandoned in a bush lot. The suspect driver was identified and later located by police. Officers arrested the driver for several criminal offences.

Three occupants of the second vehicle involved in the collision were treated at a local hospital for minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, the accused has been charged as follows:

Christopher BARRON, 35 years-of-age from North Huron has been charged with:

–      Dangerous Operation – (two counts),

–      Flight from Peace Officer,

–      Failure to Stop After Accident – (two counts).

The accused was additionally charged with several offences found in the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act.

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, and later remanded into custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

Carol O’Keefe Arrested After Hit & Run

The Windsor Police Service arrested a 39-year-old woman for impaired driving after she fled the scene of a collision.

On August 16, 2025, shortly before 11:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision in the area of McDougall Street and Giles Boulevard East. When officers arrived, they found a vehicle with rear-end damage and learned the second driver had left the scene.

With the help of witnesses, officers located the second vehicle a short time later as it pulled into a residence in the 1000 block of Wellington Avenue. The driver was taken into custody for failing to remain at the scene. While speaking with her, officers detected a strong odour of alcohol and other signs of impairment. She was transported to police headquarters, where she failed a breath test.

No physical injuries were reported as a result of the collision.

Carol O’Keefe, 39, is charged with:

  • Impaired operation of a conveyance with a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit
  • Failure to remain at the scene of a collision
  • Careless driving

If you or someone you know has been affected by this incident and are in need of support, please contact Victim Services of Windsor and Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Windsor Police Service Victim Assistance Unit at 519-255-6700 ext. 4879.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher Coles Was Arrested Following Hit & Run

(BRANT, ON) The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid multiple charges following an investigation into a motor vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 403 East at the Paris Road off-ramp.

At approximately 7:30 p.m., on August 15th, 2025, officers responded to a report of a fail-to-remain collision. Upon arrival, the complainant advised police that a white Honda Civic had struck his vehicle and fled the scene.

During the interaction, officers observed signs of impairment in the complainant. A roadside breath test was administered using an Alcohol Screening Device, resulting in a “fail” reading.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher Coles, 41, of Grand Bend, has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code.

  • Impaired Operation – 80+
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

The accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the involved vehicle was impounded.

Anyone with further information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan STEEL Arrested Following Hit & Runs

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one driver after multiple collisions were reported on Southwood Road in Gravenhurst.

On August 13, 2025, at 10:20 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to reports of several motor vehicle collisions on Southwood Road in Gravenhurst. After striking several vehicles, the suspect vehicle did not stop and continued driving, fortunately there were no reported injuries.

Officers located the vehicle on Southwood Road near Muskoka Road 169 and subsequently arrested and charged 43-year-old Ryan STEELE of Gravenhurst with Operation while Impaired by Drug, Dangerous Operation and Fail to Remain. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on September 30, 2025 to answer to his charges.  

Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor affecting the safety of Muskoka roads. If you suspect someone is driving a vehicle of any kind while impaired, please call 9-1-1. For more information on impaired driving, please visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Allison Murray Arrested Following Hit & Run

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation while investigating a single vehicle collision, fail to remain.

On Wednesday August 13, 2025 at approximately 6:53 pm, officers were notified of a motor vehicle driving through the road closure barricade on Bury’s Green Road which was closed for a fire. Officers located the vehicle and driver and entered into an impaired driving investigation. The driver sustained minor injuries from the collision. The driver was arrested and charged with Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences.

Allison Murray, 43-year-old of Irondale, was charged with:

  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand
  • Careless Driving
  • Fail to Report Accident
  • Fail to Remain

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The drivers license was suspended for 90 days and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Sean MCNAUGHTON Arrested Following Hit & Run

(Huntsville, ON) – Officers from the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a report of a fail to remain motor vehicle collision in the Town of Huntsville.

On August 10, 2025, at approximately 3:22 p.m., Huntsville OPP responded to reports of a motor vehicle that struck a fence at McCulley-Robertson Sports Complex on Williams Street in the Town of Huntsville. Police located the vehicle a short distance away and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result Sean MCNAUGHTON, 30 years-old, of Huntsville was charged with:

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

·      Dangerous operation

·      Fail to remain

·      Have care or control of vehicle with cannabis readily available

·      Have care or control of motor vehicle with open container of liquor

·      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

In addition to the charges the driver received a 90-day license suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on September 16th, 2025.

Huntsville OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please call OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

7 Year Old Sent To Hospital – Matthew ZADRAN Arrested

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On August 9, 2025, shortly before 11:00 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP officers, responded to an emergency call regarding a motor vehicle that had struck a pedestrian and fled the scene on Church Street South in Alliston. The pedestrian, a 7-year-old, was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.

Officers located the suspect vehicle shortly after on Industrial Parkway and as a result of the investigation,

Matthew ZADRAN 19-years-old of Alliston was charged with the following:

  • Failure to stop after accident
  • Dangerous operation
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court -Two counts
  • Assault with A Weapon- Three Counts
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Drive motor vehicle – Perform stunt
  • Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm

A 16-year-old youth from Bradford (name withheld under the Youth Criminal Justice Act) was charged with the following :

  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court- Two counts

Both accused parties were held in custody for a bail hearing at a later time. 

The OPP Major Crime unit is assisting with the ongoing investigation, and police are asking anyone with information to call Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Cassie WILTSHIRE Arrested

(ESSA, ON)– Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a fail to remain collision in Essa Township

On July 28, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on 11th Line, north of Side Road 20 in Essa Township. One of the involved individuals fled the scene on foot into a nearby field.

The OPP Canine Unit was deployed, and the suspect was located shortly before 7:00 p.m. Grounds were formed that the individual’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, resulting in their arrest.

As a result of the investigation, Cassie WILTSHIRE 28-years-old of Essa was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on September 4, 2025, to answer to the charge. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. 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 Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Tiny Hit & Run Results In Impaired Charge

(MIDLAND, ON)- An early morning single vehicle crash in Tiny Township has resulted in an Tiny Township resident being the subject of an impaired driving investigation after a vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility pole.

Officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded after the OPP Communication Centre received a report on July 25, 2025, at approximately 1:35 a.m. involving a black Ford pick up truck that had left the roadway and struck a pole on Champlain Road near Tiny Concession Road 16.

The lone driver was located and an impaired driving investigation was commenced which later concluded at Detachment with 45 year old Michael LEGAULT of Tiny Township being charged with the following criminal driving offences.

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

And further with the following Provincial Offences of.

  • Fail to Remain
  • Fail to have Currently Validated Plates

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on August 7, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

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Norwich OPP Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Austin BRISSON Arrested

(NORWICH TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a single vehicle collision, resulting in one person being charged with multiple charges.

On July 19, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a collision at the intersection of Highway 59 and Salford Road in Norwich Township.

As a result of the investigation, Austin BRISSON, a 26-year-old resident of Kitchener, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Fail to Remain

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on August 26, 2025.

Calling 911 for suspected impaired drivers can save lives. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911.

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Arran-Elderslie OPP Police Press Releases

Brittney HUYGEN Arrested Following Hit & Run

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – On July 16, 2025, at approximately 9:40 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle collision on Bruce Road 19, Municipality of Arran-Elderslie.

Police attended and discovered that a vehicle had driven on a closed section of Bruce Road 19 and struck a parked excavator. The driver fled the scene, however, was located shortly thereafter. The investigating officer detected signs of impairment from the driver, they were taken into custody and transported for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Brittney HUYGEN, 26-years-old, of the Municipality of Brockton, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80 plus, CC 320.14(1)(b)
  • Dangerous Operation, CC 320.13(1)
  • Fail to remain, HTA 200(1)(a)
  • Fail to report accident, HTA 199(1)
  • Drive on closed highway, HTA 134(3)
  • Fail to surrender licence, HTA 33(1)

The accused is set to appear on August 13, 2025, at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice to answer to the charges.

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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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

Walkerton Hit & Run – Suspects At Large

(BROCKTON, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently on scene investigating a fail to remain collision just west of Walkerton.

On July 16, 2025, at approximately 2:55 p.m., police received a report of a collision involving two vehicles at the intersection of Concession 2 and Sideroad 5 Greenock in the Municipality of Brockton. Two occupants from an involved vehicle fled the scene on foot. Police are searching for:

  • Two females, late 20’s / early 30’s, both with brown hair, carrying green reusable grocery bags

If you were in the area at that time and witnessed anything, or have dash camera footage from passing through, please contact the South Bruce OPP.

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.