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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

19 & 21 Year Old Arrested For Impaired Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation on May 8, 2025.

On May 8, 2025, at approximately 12:15 a.m., officers were notified of a single motor vehicle collision on County Road 121, Fenelon Township. Officers attended the scene and upon further investigation two drivers were arrested for impaired driving offences.

Chantell PARADIE, 21-year-old of Minden Hills, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Fail to Comply with Undertaking x2
  • Young Driver – B.A.C. above zero
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

Neveah SMITH, 19-year-old of Minden Hills, was charged with

  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operate Unsafe Vehicle
  • Fail to properly wear seatbelt
  • Novice Drive – B.A.C. above zero
  • Young Driver – B.A.C. above zero
  • Class G1 licence holder – accompanying driver B.A.C. .05 or above
  • Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver

Both are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date and both received a 90 day licence suspension and the vehicle is impounded for 7 days.  

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.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals have been charged as a result of separate investigations into incidents involving impaired driving.

At approximately 4:25 p.m. on Monday, May 5, 2025, Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers responded to a 9-1-1 call reporting a suspected impaired individual operating an e-bike on Brantford Road in the Windham area of Norfolk County.

Officers located the individual and took them into custody without incident.

45-year-old Vasyl BOVCHALIUK from Oxford County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

At approximately 12:59 a.m. on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, Norfolk County OPP officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on Talbot Road in Delhi, Norfolk County.

Officers located the vehicle, and following a roadside sobriety test, arrested the driver without incident.

24-year-old Faith HORNER from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

At approximately 8:04 p.m. that same day, a Norfolk County OPP officer conducted a traffic stop and initiated an investigation on James Street in Delhi, Norfolk County.

After completing a roadside sobriety test, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

26-year-old Christopher SCOTT from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Fail to properly wear seat belt,
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle,
  • Fail to surrender insurance card.

The accused is schedule to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) – Officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted two impaired driving investigations on May 7, 2025 on North Simcoe area patrolled roadways.

The OPP Communication Centre received a report of a driver passed out behind the wheel at the intersection of the West Service Road and Quarry Road, Tay Township at approximately 8:20 p.m. May 7, 2025.

Attending officers located the vehicle and entered into a impaired driving by drug investigation and transported the driver to Detachment for a further investigation with the assistance of a OPP Drug Recognition (DRE) officer. A scene investigation resulted in the seizure of a quantity of fentanyl, a large edged weapon and a replica BB handgun.

Charged with the following criminal offences is Matthew LECLAIR 42 years of Midland.

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

And Further with the following contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (other than heroin)

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the May 22, 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.

A second incident involved a driving complaint of a possible impaired driver near 4:00 p.m. May 7, 2025 at the end of Fuller Avenue, Penetanguishene resulted in attending officers locating the suspect vehicle and upon speaking with the driver entered into an impaired by drug investigation. Further investigation at Detachment with the assistance of an OPP Drug Recognition (DRE) officer has resulted in the following criminal charges for Diane RAKOFF 64 years of North York.

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

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the May 22, 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.

File # E25072265 / E250571130

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY, ON) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired operation related offences, within a half-hour of each other.

On May 6, 2025, around midnight, officers from Dufferin OPP were conducting a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot check in both the Town of Grand Valley and the Town of Orangeville.

Just before midnight in the Town of Grand Valley a driver entered a RIDE at the corner of Water and William Street and after speaking with the driver, police entered an impaired operation investigation.

John BRUNNING, a 30-year-old from Erin has been charged with:

•      Adult Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

•      Adult Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

•      Adult Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition

As a result of this encounter two firearms have been seized.

In the Town of Orangeville, just after midnight, a RIDE spot check was held on Second Avenue. A driver entered the RIDE and after speaking with police, an impaired operation investigation commenced.

Sean CUNNINGHAM, a 25-year-old from Orangeville has been charged with:

•      Adult Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

The accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville to answer to the charges.

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 have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Harold SOUTHWIND Was Arrested

(ESPANOLA, ON) – A driver has been arrested and is facing charges after a traffic stop.

On Friday, May 2, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrols on Barber Street in the Town of Espanola, and were alerted to a suspended driver by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system. A traffic stop was conducted, and further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, Harold SOUTHWIND, 48-years-old from Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation, was charged with operation while impaired – drugs.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on Monday, June 2, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Paul PARKS Was Arrested – Details Released

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with multiple offenses in Hastings Highlands.

On Sunday, May 5, 2025, just after 9:00 p.m., Bancroft OPP officers were responding to a suspicious person on an ATV in the Lake St. Peter area. One person was arrested for impaired operation and was transported to the detachment for testing.

As a result, Paul PARKS, a 33-year-old resident of Hastings Highlands, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Take motor vehicle without consent

The accused’s license was suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for seven days. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on June 3, 2025.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

29 Year Old Arrested In Exeter

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Parkhill resident with criminal driving offences following a traffic violation in the Municipality of South Huron, Exeter, on April 25th, 2025. 

Just after 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 25, 2025, Huron County OPP officers stopped a motorist for a traffic violation on Thames Road East in South Huron. Police spoke to the driver and discovered that they had consumed alcohol prior to driving.

The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Liam MALONEY, 29 years of age from Parkhill has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – alcohol and drug,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The accused was additionally charged with offences found in the Highway Traffic Act, and Cannabis Control Act.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days and the accused’ driver’s licence was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on June 02, 2025. 

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals have been charged as a result of separate impaired driving investigations.

At approximately 2:24 p.m. on Sunday, April 20, 2025, Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Angling Road in Townsend, Norfolk County, when they stopped a vehicle and evaluated the driver’s sobriety.

As a result, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

62-year-old John WOOTON from Brantford, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offences:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

At approximately 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 27, 2025, Norfolk County OPP officers responded to a single-vehicle rollover involving a sport utility vehicle (SUV) on Charlotteville East Quarter Line Road in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

The investigation determined that the SUV was travelling along Charlotteville East Quarter Line Road when it left the roadway and entered the ditch. No injuries were reported.

As a result, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

During a search of the individual, officers seized a quantity of suspected cocaine and drug-related paraphernalia.

55-year-old Michael LEENDERSTE from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

At approximately 4:12 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Norfolk County OPP officers responded to a 9-1-1 call reporting a suspected impaired driver on Park Road in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

Officers located the vehicle and subsequently took the driver into custody without incident.

32-year-old Jordan DEPAUW-HAMILTON from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Marathon OPP Police Press Releases

Samuel GERGES – Impaired Driving

(MARATHON, ON) – The Ignace Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person following a traffic complaint on Highway 17 in Ignace.

On April 30, 2025, shortly after 5:30 p.m., officers received a report of a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed on Highway 17. Police located the vehicle travelling Westbound and conducted a traffic stop.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle was impaired by drug. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported back to the Ignace OPP Detachment for further testing.

Samuel GERGES, 35-years-old, of Woodbridge, Ontario has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, Cannabis Act, and the Cannabis Control Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Possession of over 30g dried cannabis (or equivalent) in a public place

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

Further to this, the accused had his driver’s licence suspended for 30 days, and vehicle impounded for 14 days.

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

If anyone has any information regarding this incident, they are being asked to contact the Marathon OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Hunter SEREDIAK – Impaired Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after two-vehicle collision on Highway 401 in Thames Centre.

On April 26, 2025, at 4:49 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to the Westbound lanes of Highway 401 in Thames Centre for report of a two-vehicle collision.

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

As a result, Hunter SEREDIAK, a 24-year-old of Woodstock has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

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

·      Careless Driving

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 May 29, 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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ADELAIDE METCALFE OPP Police Press Releases

Suspended Driver Facing Impaired Charge – Cocaine A Factor

(ADELAIDE METCALFE, ON) – Driver charged with impaired on Highway 402.

On April 26, 2025, at 3:06 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Middlesex-London Paramedic Service and local fire were dispatched to the Westbound lanes of Highway 402 for the report of a single vehicle collision.

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

As a result, Cornelius MARANGE, a 33-year-old of Cambridge, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

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

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

·      Poss of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine

·      Fail to surrender insurance card

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 May 23, 2025.

The driver was not injured.

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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Laurentian Valley OPP Police Press Releases

Marty NEWTON Was Arrested Following Collision

(LAURENTIAN VALLEY TWP, ON) – A single-vehicle collision in the Township of Laurentian Valley (TLV) has resulted in charges being laid against the driver. 

On April 28, 2025, at approximately 6:45 p.m., members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision at a residence in TLV. Investigation found the vehicle was being driven on the property and collided with a garage. No injuries were reported. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

    As a result of this incident 67-year-old Marty NEWTON of TLV is charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and the vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on May 20, 2025.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

Michael VAUGHAN – Impaired Driving

(BROCKTON, ON) – On April 25, 2025, at approximately 6:32 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle collision along Bruce Road 3, Municipality of Brockton.

On arrival, officers observed a single motor vehicle had entered the ditch. The investigating officer detected signs of impairment from the involved driver. The driver was placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Michael VAUGHAN, 56-years-old, of the Municipality of Brockton was charged with:

  • Impaired Operation (80 plus), CC 320.14(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear in the Walkerton Court of Justice on May 28, 2025.

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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Mapleton OPP Police Press Releases

Cody James O’RIELLY Was Arrested

(MAPLETON TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges a Burlington resident with numerous offences following a traffic stop.

On April 27, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit was performing a traffic enforcement initiative when they stopped a motor vehicle on Highway 6 near Wellington Road 17 in Mapleton Township.

As a result of the investigation, Cody James O’RIELLY, a 32-year-old resident of Burlington is charged with:

  • Impaired operation-over 80
  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
  • Stunt driving-excessive speed
  • Speeding-50 plus km/h over posted speed limit
  • Possess unmarked cigarettes

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 14-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice- Guelph on May 9, 2025.

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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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Lance SOLOMON Facing Numerous Charges

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person is facing impaired-related charges after police were called to a collision.

On Thursday, April 24, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a single motor vehicle collision on Third Street in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township. The driver of the vehicle fled on foot prior to police arrival, but were located by police shortly after. Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

Additionally, police seized an amount of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $2,300, and an amount of suspected crack cocaine with an estimated street value of $200.

As a result, the driver, Lance SOLOMON, 39-years-old from Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Dangerous operation
  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Personation with intent to avoid arrest, prosecution, or obstruct justice
  • Possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance (cocaine) – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – other drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Fail to report accident
  • Fail to remain
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court on April 25, 2025, and remains in custody.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.