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Minto OPP Police Press Releases

65 Year Old From Harriston Charged – Details Released

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Management Unit lay 11 charges under the Highway Traffic Act, and over 10 verbal warnings to both driver and business.

On July 8, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit were conducting a proactive traffic enforcement initiative, and initiated a traffic stop on a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) on Wellington Road 109 within the Town of Minto.

As a result of the investigation, a 65-year-old from Harriston is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Drive commercial motor vehicle with a major defect in it or in drawn vehicle
  • Insecure load – commercial motor vehicle
  • Fail to accurately complete daily inspector report
  • Overweight on tires …kg. liftable axle lifted
  • Improper tires – commercial motor vehicle
  • Overweight single axle (single tires) …kg. Class A Highway – liftable axle lifted
  • Improperly drive commercial motor vehicle with a minor defect in it or drawn vehicle

Additionally, a business associated to the traffic stop is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Fail to ensure performance standards are met
  • Improper tires – commercial motor vehicle
  • Fail to ensure under-vehicle inspection is conducted properly
  • Permit operation of commercial motor vehicle with load not secured as prescribed

Further, both the driver and the business were given verbal warnings for an additional 10 plus offences.

All accused involved are scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph at a later date.

Commercial motor vehicle (CMV) collisions carry unique risks. Due to the size and weight of these large vehicles, when they are involved in a collision – especially on a highway – the outcome can be catastrophic. CMVs can weigh more than 60,000 kg. (132,277 lbs). When combined with speeds ranging from 80 to 105 km/h, these vehicles generate significant momentum and energy, giving them the potential to cause extensive loss of life, injuries and property damage. The OPP recognizes that there are many safe, responsible CMV drivers who contribute to safe roads in Ontario.

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.

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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Mapleton OPP Police Press Releases

33 Year Old From Lucknow Charged

(MAPLETON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Lucknow resident under the Highway Traffic Act.

On June 9, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit were performing a proactive traffic enforcement initiative when a traffic stop was initiated on Wellington Road 86, within Mapleton Township.

As a result of the investigation, a 33-year-old from Lucknow is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Defective braking system
  • No muffler – motor vehicle
  • Improper mudguards
  • Drive with windshield coated – view obstructed
  • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

The accused was also given warnings under the Highway Traffic Act for:

  • Colour coating obscuring interior
  • Obstruct plate

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. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Hanover Police Police Press Releases

Hanover Police Continue Keeping Public In Dark – Refuse To Name Names

On Monday, May 19th, 2025, Hanover Police while on patrol observed an improperly plated motorcycle on 7th Avenue. The driver was stopped and could not produce an insurance card, permit for the vehicle or a valid driver’s license. Hanover Police have charged a 42-year-old Owen Sound man with multiple offences under the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act. He was issued several Provincial Offence Act notices.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Bike Ride Ends With Numerous Charges For Blake GODFREY

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Highway Safety Division (HSD) have laid charges against an individual from Ottawa in relation to an incident from May 13.

Shortly before 4:30 p.m. on May 13, Ottawa OPP and HSD OPP attempted to stop a motorcycle that was driving on the shoulder of Highway 417 near Woodroffe Avenue. The rider accelerated away at high speeds and an officer suffered minor injuries during the incident. 

As a result of the investigation, Blake GODFREY, 33 years of age, faces the following charges:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Flight from Peace Officer
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt
  • Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance
  • Careless Driving
  • Fail to Stop for Police
  • Drive Motor Vehicle, No Plates
  • Operate Unsafe Vehicle
  • Pass – Off Roadway

The accused had his drivers licence suspended for 30 days and will appear in an Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa at a later date.

The OPP would like to extend their appreciation to all the members of the public who responded to our social media posts, providing us with the information necessary to locate and arrest the individual.

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North Shore OPP Police Press Releases

Matthieu LALANDE Charged

(NORTH SHORE TOWNSHIP, ON) – The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged a driver after receiving notification from the Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR).  

On April 27, 2025, at approximately 9:30 a.m., the OPP stopped the burgundy car on Highway 108, North Shore Township. After investigation, police learned there was no insurance on the car and the wrong plates were being used.   

Matthieu LALANDE, 38-years-old, from Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Cause motor vehicle to operate without insurance
  • Permit use of plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive motor vehicle, fail to display two plates

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on May 20, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Puslinch

19 Year Old Facing Numerous Charges

(PUSLINCH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stop a drive twice for the same offences, after the driver failed to adhere to instruction from the first traffic stop, resulting in a total of 14 charges.

On April 21, 2025, at approximately 11:00 a.m., the West-Region TIME Team (Traffic Incident Management Enforcement), were conducting proactive traffic enforcement and initiated a traffic stop on a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) on Highway 401, leading to the 401 Service Centre within Puslinch Township.

As a result of the investigation, a 19-year-old from Acton is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operate commercial motor vehicle with load not secured as prescribed
  • Fail to surrender completed daily inspection report
  • Operate vehicle – fail to display inspection sticker or proof
  • Defective braking system – commercial motor vehicle

The accused was also given the following warnings:

  • Improper tires – drawn vehicle – commercial motor vehicle
  • Drive commercial motor vehicle with a major defect in it or in drawn vehicle

The accused was given instruction not to transport the trailer in its current state due to safety concerns.

Shortly thereafter, the accused was again observed back on the roadway by Wellington OPP Traffic Management Unit and a traffic stop was initiated on Townline Road within Puslinch Township.

As a result of the subsequent investigation, the 19-year-old from Action was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Drive commercial motor vehicle contrary to prohibition
  • Draw trailer, no plate
  • Operate vehicle – fail to display inspection sticker or proof
  • Operate commercial motor vehicle with load not secured as prescribed
  • Improper tires – drawn vehicle – commercial motor vehicle
  • Improper brakes on trailer – commercial motor vehicle
  • Fail to enter defect in daily inspection report
  • Fail to surrender inspection schedule
  • Fail to surrender completed daily inspection report
  • Drive commercial motor vehicle with a major defect in it or in drawn vehicle

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences court – Guelph at a later date.

Commercial motor vehicle (CMV) collisions carry unique risks. Due to the size and weight of these large vehicles, when they are involved in a collision – especially on a highway – the outcome can be catastrophic. CMVs can weigh more than 60,000 kg. (132,277 lbs). When combined with speeds ranging from 80 to 105 km/h, these vehicles generate significant momentum and energy, giving them the potential to cause extensive loss of life, injuries and property damage. The OPP recognizes that there are many safe, responsible CMV drivers who contribute to safe roads in Ontario.

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. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP Minto OPP Police Press Releases

One From Wingham Charged In Palmerston

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Wingham resident, alongside a business in-relation to a traffic stop within Wellington County.

On March 26, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit was conducting proactive traffic enforcement and initiated a traffic stop on a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) on Main Street West within Palmerston.

As a result of the investigation, a 67-year-old from Wingham is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Defective brakes
  • Fail to complete daily inspection report forthwith after inspection

Additionally, a business associated to the traffic stop is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Permit operation of unsafe combination of vehicles – commercial motor vehicle
  • Fail to ensure performance standards are met
  • Fail to supply driver with daily inspection schedule
  • Operate commercial motor vehicle – no valid CVOR certificate
  • Permit operation of vehicle – fail to display inspection sticker or proof

CMV collisions carry unique risks. Due to the size and weight of these large vehicles, when they are involved in a collision – especially on a highway – the outcome can be catastrophic. CMVs can weigh more than 60,000 kg. (132,277 lbs). When combined with speeds ranging from 80 to 105 km/h, these vehicles generate significant momentum and energy, giving them the potential to cause extensive loss of life, injuries and property damage. The OPP recognizes that there are many safe, responsible CMV drivers who contribute to safe roads in Ontario.

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. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce

20 Year Old Arrested In South Bruce

(SOUTH BRUCE, ON) – On March 9, 2025, a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting stationary radar enforcement along Bruce Road 3 in the Municipality of South Bruce.

At approximately 1:27 p.m., the officer observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed in the posted 60 km/h zone, to which a traffic stop was initiated.

As a result of the investigation, a 20-year-old motorist from Mississauga was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with the following:

  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt, HTA 172(1)
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Fail to display two plates, HTA 7(1)(b)(i)
  • Fail to surrender permit, HTA 7(5)(a)

Anyone charged with stunt driving receives a 14-day vehicle impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Walkerton, at a later date.

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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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

Blyth Resident Charged – Details Released

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Blyth resident under the Highway Traffic Act with several charges.

On January 10, 2025, at approximately 1:15 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative when they detected a suspicious motor vehicle and initiated a traffic stop on Sideroad 7 West within Wellington North Township.

As a result of the investigation, a 37-year-old from Blyth was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • No name on commercial vehicle
  • Fail to surrender CVOR certificate
  • Permit operation of vehicle with load not secured as prescribed

The accused was also given warnings under the Highway Traffic Act for:

  • Operate commercial motor vehicle with load not secured as prescribed
  • Obstruct plate
  • Permit operation of unsafe combination of vehicles

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph at a later date.

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. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.