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OPP Police Press Releases

Eric MEAROW Facing Numerous Charges

(BATCHAWANA BAY, ON) – An individual is facing numerous charges after failing to remain at the scene of a motor vehicle collision. 

On July 14, 2025, at approximately 3:29 p.m., officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police were notified of a single vehicle collision on Highway 563 in Batchawana Bay. Witnesses reported observing a motorcycle lose control, collide with a ditch and the driver fleeing the scene. Further investigation revealed the identity of the motorcycle driver.

On July 15, 2025, Eric MEAROW, 40 years-of-age, of Batchawana Bay was arrested and charged with:

  • Dangerous operation
  • Careless driving
  • Drive left of centre on a curve
  • Fail to remain
  • Fail to report accident
  • Operation while prohibited under the criminal code
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Drive motor vehicle, no plates
  • Drive motor vehicle, no permit
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner
  • Operate motor vehicle without insurance
  • Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

The accused remains in custody, pending a bail hearing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

18 Year Old Arrested After Parked Car Incident

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after vehicle collides with two parked cars in Dorchester.

On July 13, 2025, at 1:51 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Huntington Crescent in Dorchester in the Municipality of Thames Centre for report vehicle that collided with two cars that were parked, unoccupied on the side of the road.

The suspect vehicle fled the scene, however, was later located at an address on Parkview Drive in Dorchester.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Gabriel BRAN, an 18-year-old of Dorchester, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

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

·      Dangerous operation

·      Failure to stop after accident

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

·      Fail to report damaged vehicle

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 September 8, 2025.

There were no injuries reported.

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 West Nipissing

Michael SHANK Was Arrested

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving offences after investigating a motor vehicle collision.

On Tuesday July 8, 2025, at approximately 5:15 p.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Old Highway 17, West Nipissing. No injuries were reported with the driver.

Police attended the scene and located the driver walking away from the collision. The driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to the OPP detachment for further testing, which the driver failed to comply with.

As a result of the investigation, Michael SHANK, 41 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Resist Peace Officer
  • Fail to remain

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

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you fail or refuse to provide a breath sample or comply with a lawful demand from police, you face the same penalties as if you were charged with impaired driving:

  • Criminal charges
  • Immediate licence suspension
  • Vehicle impoundment
  • Fines and possible jail time

Make the right choice and always drive sober.

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Ingersoll OPP Police Press Releases

37 Year Old From London Arrested

 (INGERSOLL, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment charged an individual with impaired driving after a collision in the Town of Ingersoll.

On July 4, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on Samnah Crescent in the Town of Ingersoll.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher RUSSELL, a 37-year-old resident of London, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Fail to Stop After Collision

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on August 19, 2025.

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

Together we can help keep our roadways safe.

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Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

54 Year Old From Kincardine Arrested

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On July 1, 2025, at approximately 11:08 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle collision on Bruce Road 6 east of Ripley, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Police attended and discovered that a pick-up truck had entered the ditch, the driver departed prior to police arrival.

As a result of the investigation, Rodney HUSK, 54-years-old, resident of the Municipality of Kincardine, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired, CC 320.14(1)(a)
  • Dangerous operation, CC 320.13(1)
  • Fail to remain, HTA 200(1)(a)
  • Fail to report accident, HTA 199(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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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

John RYDER Was Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Melancthon resident with impaired driving-related offences following a motor vehicle collision.

On June 24, 2025, shortly before 10:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a radio call reporting a fail-to-remain motor vehicle collision in the area of Main Street in the Town of Shelburne.

Officers located the vehicle and driver shortly thereafter. During their interaction with the male driver, they observed signs of impairment, leading them to initiate an impaired driving investigation.

John RYDER, a 55-year-old male, from Melancthon Township has been charged with:

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

•      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

•      Failure to stop after accident

•      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

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

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

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.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Keith MACKINNON – Hit & Run, Drunk Driving

( ESSA, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a motor vehicle collision in Essa Township.

On June 11, 2025, shortly after 1:00 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a single vehicle in the ditch on the 5th Line, in the Essa Township. Officers located the vehicle and upon initial investigation no persons were located at the scene. During the investigation two individuals returned to the vehicle and met with officers. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Keith MACKINNON 54-years-old of Innisfil was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Fail to remain
  • Occupant – fail to report accident
  • Fail to report damage to property on highway

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on July 10, 2025, to answer to the charge.

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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OPP Picton Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Sean KENNEDY Arrested

(PICTON, ON) – Impaired driving charges have been laid following a multi-vehicle collision in Picton.

On Saturday, June 7, 2025, shortly before 5:00 p.m., officers with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision on Picton Main Street. Three vehicles had been involved. One vehicle left the scene, but it’s bumper and licence plate were left behind. No injuries were reported.

Officers located the outstanding mini-van and then tracked down the individual who had been driving. The individual was arrested for failing to remain at the scene of a collision, and an approved roadside alcohol screening devise was utilized. The male was transported to the detachment for further testing.

Sean KENNEDY, age 31 of Deseronto, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation of a vehicle
  • Fail to remain at the scene of a collision

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on June 25, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Kyle DEAN Arrested Following Hit & Run

(SUDBURY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving offences after responding to a vehicle collision.

On Saturday May 31, 2025, at approximately 3:30 a.m., the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the OPP and Emergency Medical Service (EMS), responded to a single motor vehicle collision near Onaping on Highway 144, Sudbury

The driver had fled the scene but was later located by Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) and transported to the GSPS headquarters for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Kyle DEAN, 32 years-of-age, from Levack, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Fail to remain
  • Fail to report damage to property on highway

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Wednesday June 25, 2025, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Lincoln OPP Police Press Releases

Mirkarim MOUSAVI Was Arrested Following Hit & Run Involving 53,000 Litre Diesel Spill

(LINCOLN, ON) – A driver has been identified, arrested and charged in relation to a serious motor vehicle collision that occurred on Friday, January 12th, 2024, at 7:45am, on the Fort Erie bound lanes of the QEW, east of Tufford Road, in the Town of Lincoln, Region of Niagara.

It was reported that a black Mercedes being driven aggressively and brake checking other vehicles caused a white SUV to collide with a fuel tanker causing both vehicles to travel off the highway and into the right ditch. The fuel tanker truck rolled through the highway barrier fence and came to rest on the South Service Rd spilling a large amount of its load of 53,000 litres of diesel fuel onto the ground and causing environmental damage. The collision and cleanup resulted in a lengthy highway closure.

The driver of the black Mercedes did not remain at the scene and did not report their involvement in the collision to police.

An extensive investigation was undertaken by Officers from the Burlington-Niagara Detachment Cluster of the Ontario Provincial Police – Highway Safety Division (OPP-HSD) with support from the OPP – HSD’s Crime Unit to identify the involved vehicle and driver.

As a result of the investigation, Mirkarim MOUSAVI, age 59, from Burlington has been charged with:

·      Dangerous Operation Causing Bodily Harm

·      Fail to Stop at Accident Resulting in Bodily Harm

MOUSAVI was released from custody and will be required to attend court at 59 Church Street in the City of St. Catharines on June 9th, 2025, at 9:00am.

The OPP would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance in this investigation.

If you have information about this incident or any other incident, you can contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Douro-Dummer OPP Police Press Releases

29 Year Old Arrested Following Hit & Run

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after receiving a call regarding a single vehicle collision.

On May 17, 2025, shortly after 7:00pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were dispatched to a report of a collision that took place on County Road 6 in Douro-Dummer Township. Officers were informed that a vehicle had entered the ditch, and another vehicle had arrived and was providing the driver transportation. A description of both the driver and the vehicle were provided.

A short while later, OPP officers located the driver and after a short conversation with them, determined them to be impaired. The driver was at that point arrested.

Mitchell HOLDEN (age 29) of Oakville, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Fail to report accident

·      Fail to remain

·      Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused had their driver’s 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 June 24, 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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Beckwith OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested Following Hit & Run

(BECKWITH TWP, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two Smiths Falls residents after single vehicle collision.

Officers respond to a collision on Maitland Street in Beckwith Township on Sunday, May 18, 2025, just before 5:00 a.m. An off-duty officer stopped to assist the occupants, but the two individuals fled on foot into the woods. The individuals later turned themselves into police.

 As a result of the investigation, Crystal FLEGG, age 22, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Obstruct justice

·        Common nuisance

·        Fail to remain

·        Fail to report accident

·        Careless driving

John MASON, age 20, has been charged with:

·        Obstruct justice

·        Common nuisance

·        Fail to remain

·        Fail to report accident

The accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on June 23, 2025.

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

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OPP Perth East Police Press Releases

Pedestrian Struck In Listowel

(PERTH EAST, ON) – Police are seeking assistance with a fail to remain collision that occurred in the Municipality of North Perth.

On May 17, 2025 at around 10:00 p.m. the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to the crosswalk at Livingstone Ave South and Elma St W in the Town of Listowel for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle.

The pedestrian did not sustain any injuries. The vehicle fled the scene prior to police arrival. The vehicle and driver are described as:

  • Newer white compact SUV with a possible dent on the hood from the collision.
  • Young short white female with long dark hair.

This investigation is ongoing. If you or anyone you know witnessed this collision or has dashcam footage, please 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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Douro-Dummer OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Arrested After Hit & Run

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and emergency crews were dispatched to a report of a vehicle that had gone into the Otonabee River.

On Sunday May 4, 2025, at approximately 11:30am, the Peterborough county OPP received a call reporting a vehicle that was submerged in the Otonabee River off County Road 32 in the Douro-Dummer Township. Officers and other first responders attended the scene where a vehicle could be seen submerged in the water. It was quickly determined that there were no occupants in the vehicle.

The registered owner of the vehicle was located safe at their residence along with someone who was identified as the passenger in the vehicle.

The 18-year-old male driver was charged under the Highway Traffic Act;

  • Fail to remain
  • Fail to report accident
  • Careless Driving

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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North Perth OPP Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Sheldon MCLEISH Charged

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual after fleeing the scene of a motor vehicle collision in the Municipality of North Perth.

On May 2, 2025, police responded to a call for a motor vehicle that collided with two vehicles in the town of Gowanstown. One of the drivers sustained non-life threatening injuries, the other driver was uninjured.

Police located and charged 32-year-old Sheldon MCLEISH of Dundalk, ON the following Criminal Code of Canada offences:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Failure to Stop After Accident

The accused was released from custody and schedule for his first appearance on June 6, 2025 at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford.

The Perth County OPP is requesting anyone with information related to this investigation 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.