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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Peter DESJARDINS – Impaired Driving

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person is facing impaired-related charges after a two-vehicle collision.

On Thursday, April 24, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a driver who had collided into a parked vehicle on Barber Street in Espanola. Police arrived on scene and observed signs that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance. Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, Peter DESJARDINS, 54-years-old from Espanola, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Dangerous operation

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on 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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OPP Police Press Releases Springwater

Kristopher O’KEEFE Was Arrested

(SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges after a vehicle collision.

On April 27, 2025, shorty after 3:00 a.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a vehicle collision on County Road 90 in Springwater Township.

Officers attended and while speaking with the involved driver, formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to an arrest. As a result of the investigation, Kristopher O’KEEFE, 43-year-old of Angus, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Collingwood on May 27, 2025, to answer to the charges.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

BAILEY Arrested For Impaired Driving

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – Wellington County OPP received a traffic complaint which led to an individual from South Bruce, ON being charged with impaired driving related charges.

On April 25, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a possible impaired driver on Wellington Road 109, east of Teviotdale.

As a result of the investigation, Steven BAILEY, 43-year-old of South Bruce, ON, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on May 6, 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 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips.ca You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Howick OPP Police Press Releases

43 Year Old From Howick Arrested – Details Released

(HOWICK, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Howick Township resident with criminal driving offences following a collision on April 12th, 2025, in the Township of Howick. 

Just after 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, Huron County OPP officers received a report of a collision involving a farm tractor hauling grain wagons that had entered a ditch on Forest Line in Howick Twp. Police attended and spoke to the driver, determining that the driver’s ability to operate the tractor was impaired.

The driver was 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 four times the legal limit.

Stephen BEYERSBERGEN, 43 years of age from Howick Twp has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80,

–      Dangerous Operation.

The accused was additionally charged with an offence under the Liquor Licence Control Act.

The vehicle involved was towed, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on May 12, 2025. 

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Nicholas KLOC – Impaired & Dangerous Driving

(Orillia, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual with impaired operation and dangerous operation.

On April 24, 2025, at approximately 1:55 p.m., Orlllia OPP and Orillia Fire responded to a call for a motor vehicle collision in front of a Monarch Drive business. Police were advised that the vehicle had sustained extensive damage and was on fire. With assistance from an off-duty officer the driver a white pickup truck was detained until Orillia OPP arrived on scene. After further investigation police determined the driver was impaired and was arrested. 

As a result of this investigation, Nicholas KLOC, 29-year-old of Ramara Township has been charged with:

  • ·      Dangerous Operation
  • ·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date. His driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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 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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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

DEER Involved In Collision Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested and is facing impaired-related charges after a two-vehicle collision in Little Current.

On Friday, April 18, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a vehicle collision where a person drove their vehicle into a parked vehicle, causing damage. Police arrived on scene and determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance. Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, Stephanie DEER, 31-years-old from Sheguindah, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Careless driving
  • Novice driver – presence of drug
  • Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on June 10, 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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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Maxwell WABEGIJIK Was Arrested

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been arrested for impaired operation in Espanola.

On April 15, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol in the Town of Espanola, when they received an Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) alert for a possible suspended driver on a passing vehicle. Police conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle on Centre Street in Espanola. Police observed signs that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance, and further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

Additionally, police seized a small amount of suspected cocaine.

As a result, the driver, Maxwell WABEGIJIK, 42-years-old from Sheshegwaning First Nation, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Refusal to comply with demand
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on 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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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers – PANGOWISH & RECOLLET

(ESPANOLA, ON) – On Friday, April 18, 2025, the Manitoulin OPP were conducting a Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check on Centre Street in Espanola, and made two impaired arrests.

At approximately 12:30 a.m., a vehicle came through the RIDE check. Police initiated an investigation, and the driver was arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, Hillary PANGOWISH, 31-years-old from Little Current, was charged with:

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

The Manitoulin OPP continued the RIDE check, and at approximately 2:00 a.m., a vehicle came through the check and an odour of an alcoholic beverage was emanating from the driver’s breath. Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, Dante RECOLLET, 22-years-old from Wikwemikong, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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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MANITOULIN

3 Impaired Drivers Arrested

(MANITOULIN DETACHMENT, ON) – On Sunday, April 13, 2025, the Manitoulin OPP arrested three drivers for impaired operation.

On April 13, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to an Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) occurrence, where the caller reported that an involved person had fled the scene in a vehicle. Shortly after, police located and stopped the vehicle in the Township of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI). Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

The driver, a 41-year-old from M’Chigeeng First Nation, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Assault – Spousal
  • Assault with a Weapon – Spousal

The accused is schedule to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on May 13, 2025.

A second arrest for impaired operation was made at approximately 1:00 p.m. Police received a traffic complaint for a possible impaired driver on Highway 17 in the Baldwin Township. Officers located the vehicle on Highway 17 in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township and conducted a traffic stop. Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

The driver, Lorri MILLSAP, 57-years-old from Bonfield, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Driver motor vehicle, fail to display two plates

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

The Manitoulin OPP made a third arrest for impaired operation at approximately 4:30 p.m. Police received a traffic complaint reporting a possible impaired driver on Highway 17 in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township. Police located the vehicle on Highway 17 and conducted a traffic stop. Police observed signs that the driver was impaired, and an arrest was made.

As a result, the driver, Warren BETTY, 60-years-old from Sault Ste. Marie, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on 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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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers

(MIDLAND, ON) – Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and myself would like to thank area motorists and those passing through for driving safe this year on the roadways in North Simcoe over the Easter Long weekend.

Detachment officers were highly visible on area roadways conducting traffic enforcement interacting with over 276 motorists either providing them with education or Provincial offences notices and stopped over 170 vehicles at 10 separate R.I.D.E. programs checking for impaired drivers.

“I believe that the combined presence of officers on the roadways and R.I.D.E. checks accounted in part for the fact that there was no loss of life due to motor vehicle collisions in the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment patrol area, in fact only three collisions were investigated over the weekend period. Your dedication to road safety and your efforts in enforcing the Big Four traffic initiatives play a critical role in encouraging responsible driving behavior and fostering a safer environment for all members of our communities. I was particularly impressed by both the enforcement results and the strong presence our members maintained through vehicle stops.” Quote- Interim Detachment Commander Inspector Mike Thurlow

Impaired Driving Investigations

On April 21, 2025, at approximately 9:55 p.m. Detachment officers were conducting a (R.I.D.E.) Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere program on Highway 12 just east of William Street, Midland. The driver of a Dodge Ram pickup truck was spoken to at the program and the officer entered a drinking and driving investigation.

As a result, Kristopher HALLY 40 years of Tiny Township has been charged criminally with the following offences.

  • 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 June 5, 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.

On April 19, 2025 at approximately 8:44 p.m. officers were dispatched to a report of a possible impaired driver in the area of Osborne Street and Robins Point Road in Tay Township.

The dispatched officer was able to locate the suspect vehicle shortly afterwards and upon speaking with the driver, entered a drinking and driving investigation.

As a result of this investigation, Travis DODGE 40 years of New Lowell has been charged criminally with the following offences.

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

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on May 1, 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 # E250482624 / E250494576

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OPP Police Press Releases Rainy River

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested – Names Released

(RAINY RIVER DISTRICT, ON) – The Rainy River District Detachment Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was busy over the long weekend with the arrest of two impaired drivers and 104 traffic related charges laid.

The first impaired incident occurred on April 19, 2025, at approximately 12:00 pm. Fort Frances OPP responded to a report of an unresponsive person behind the wheel of a car. Officers attended and forced entry into the vehicle.

Investigation determined that the driver was impaired by drug consumption and required medical intervention.

Brett BROWN, 19-years-old, from Fort Frances is charged criminally with one count of impaired operation alcohol or drug. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Fort Frances Ontario Court of Justice on May 12, 2025, to speak to the charge.

The second impaired driving incident also happened on April 19, at approximately 5:00 pm. An officer with the OPP in Atikokan stopped a vehicle on Hwy 11 west of town after the automated licence plate recognition (ALPR) instrument indicated on the licence plate of a passing vehicle.

The officer determined that the driver had been drinking and demanded a roadside alcohol test. The driver failed the test, was placed under arrest and transported to the Atikokan Detachment where additional breath testing was completed.

Joanie Alison SPOON, 45-years-old, from Seine River First Nation is charged criminally with one count of impaired operation alcohol or drug and one count impaired operation blood alcohol concentration 80 mgs or over.

The accused’s driver licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused was released by police and has a first appearance in the Atikokan Ontario Court of Justice on May 29, 2025.

The Easter long weekend traffic campaign ran from Friday April 18 to Monday April 21. Officers in the Rainy River District laid a total of 104 traffic related charges. In a first for the district, the Fort Frances OPP teamed up with the Treaty Three Police Service and deployed a drone to capture video of drivers utilizing handheld communication devices while driving. This innovative project resulted in seven distracted driving charges.

Incidents of impaired driving continue to trend upward in the district. The Rainy River District Detachment OPP is committed to improving road safety through increased enforcement, and public education. The public can do its part by reporting impaired drivers. If you suspect someone is driving impaired call 9-1-1. Road safety is everyone’s shared responsibility.  

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

MORRISON Was Arrested – Details Released

(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired driving after a traffic complaint in Lakeshore.

On April 11, 2025, at approximately 3:45 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a traffic complaint on Amy Croft Drive in the Municipality of Lakeshore.

Hayley MORRISON, 34-years-old of Lakeshore, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

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

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on April 24, 2025, to speak to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”.

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 of 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).

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

Sterling ANDERSON – Impaired Driving

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – A Kapuskasing resident has been charged with impaired driving offences following a traffic stop in Kapuskasing.

On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at approximately 11:45 a.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a pick-up truck after observing the vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign and signal incorrectly for a turn.. During the interaction, officers determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance. The individual was arrested and transported to the Kapuskasing detachment for further testing.

As a result, Sterling ANDERSON 51 years-of-age from Kapuskasing, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

·        Disobey stop sign – fail to stop

·        Fail to signal for turn

·        Driver fail to surrender licence

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to next appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on June 2, 2025, in Kapuskasing. Additionally, they received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Robert CAREY – Impaired Driving

(KENORA, ON) – Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) has led to one driver being charged for Impaired Operation.

On April 21, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E. program which included MAS on Norman Drive, in Norman.

Robert CAREY, 41-years-old, from Keewatin, Ontario failed the roadside screening and has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on May 22, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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OPP Otonabee-South Monaghan Police Press Releases

Mitchell ST MARSEILLE Was Arrested

(OTONABEE-SOUTH MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after being stopped for speeding.

On Friday April 18, 2025, at approximately 11:00am, Peterborough County OPP Officers observed a vehicle travelling on Highway 7 in the township of Otonabee-South Monaghan, at a much higher rate of speed than the posted 80 km/hr zone. The officer obtained a speed reading of 126 km/hr in the 80 km/hr zone and conducted a traffic stop. The officer requested the driver submit to a Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) and an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was read. The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point the driver was arrested. The accused was transported to the OPP detachment for further testing where they provided samples of their breath with readings being in excess of three times the legal limit.

Mitchell ST MARSEILLE (age 34) of Arnprior, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

The accused had their drivers 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 May 20, 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).