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Area OPP Morris-Turnberry OPP Police Press Releases

35 Year Old From Morris-Turnberry Arrested – Details Released

(MORRIS-TURNBERRY, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Morris-Turnberry resident with criminal driving offences following an investigation in the Township of Morris-Turnberry on March 10th, 2025. 

At 9:20 p.m. on Monday, March 10, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a location on Browntown Road and discovered that an individual had been operating a vehicle after consuming alcohol. Police spoke to the driver, and they were 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.

David GARNISS, 35 years-of-age from Morris-Turnberry has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – alcohol and drug,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days, 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 April 28, 2025. 

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals are facing impaired driving related offences in Oxford County after two separate incidents that occurred on Saturday night.

On March 15, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a member of the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol when they stopped a vehicle on Highway 59 in Norwich Township for concerning driving behaviour.

Benjamin Stevens, 49-years-old, of the City of Woodstock, has been charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired – Drugs

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on April 8, 2025.

On March 16, 2025, at approximately 4:30 a.m., members of the Oxford OPP were dispatched to a report of a single motor vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 401 in the Township of Southwest Oxford. Police attended and located the lone occupant of the vehicle.

Jaidon Blakeman, 22-years-old, of the City of Hamilton, has been charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on April 29, 2025.

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

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Perth East Police Press Releases

26 Year Old From Milbank Arrested

(PERTH EAST, ON) – Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with 11 criminal offences following a traffic stop in the Township of Perth East.

On March 16th, 2025, police responded to a report threats involving a firearm. Police arrived on scene and took one person into custody without incident.

26-year-old Jacobo HIEBERT of Milbank was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
  • Two counts – Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Two counts – Uttering threats
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Carless use of firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm.

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing on March 17th, 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.

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Carleton Place OPP Police Press Releases

Karol SJOLUND – Impaired Driving

(CARLETON PLACE, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an Ottawa resident with impaired driving.

Officers conducted a traffic stop on Highway 7, east of McNeeley Avenue in Carleton Place, on Friday, March 14, 2025, just after 6:45 p.m., following receiving complaints of poor driving in the area.

The officer, while conducting a traffic investigation, arrested the driver and transported the individual to the Carleton Place Detachment for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Karol SJOLUND age 65, of Ottawa, has been charged with:

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      Drive with open container of cannabis

·      Drive with cannabis readily available to driver

·      Drive with open liquor

·      Drive with liquor readily available to the driver

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on April 14, 2025. The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension), and vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two drivers for separate impaired related incidents.

On March 13, 2025 at 7:59p.m., the Huntsville OPP conducted a traffic stop on Hwy 60 for a vehicle travelling in excess of 50km/h above the posted speed limit.  The investigation of this traffic offense resulted in officer suspecting the driver to have alcohol in his body. The driver subsequently failed the roadside testing, requiring further breath testing.

As a result of the investigation, Joey Runtic, 36 years old of Brampton Ontario, has been charged with:

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

·      Stunt driving, speeding

·      Drive motor vehicle – no validation

·      Novice driver – BAC above 0

·      Drive motor vehicle – no accompanying driver

The accused’s vehicle was impounded for 14 day as a result of the stunt driving offense and he was served a 90 day administrative drivers license suspension.

The accused is set to appear in court April 15, 2025 at Ontario court of Justice in Bracebridge, Ontario,

On March 14, 2025 at 2:14 a.m., the Huntsville OPP were on patrol on King William St. when a vehicle was observed to be driving erratically. A traffic stop was conducted and officers determine the female driver to be intoxicated.

As a result of the investigation, Amy Norris, 25 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on April 15 , 2025.

The accused’s vehicle was impounded for 7 days and they received a 90 Administrative Driver’s license Suspension.

THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR IMPAIRED DRIVING.

Both of these events could have easily been avoided had the drivers planned ahead before consuming alcohol or drugs. Don’t include drinking in any plans to drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another option that takes driving out of the picture altogether.   

If you suspect impaired driving, please call 911. Help keep our roads safe!

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Norwich OPP Police Press Releases

Ditching E-Bike Results In An Impaired Charge

(NORWICH, ON) – An individual from Tillsonburg is facing impaired driving-related charges stemming from an incident where an e-bike had gone into the ditch.

On March 13, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., members of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were on dispatched to Oxford Road 13 in the Town of Norwich for a report of an e-bike that had entered the ditch.  

Officers attended and spoke to the driver of the e-bike.

Mark Deknibber, 65-years-old, of the Town of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

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

There were no reported injuries because of this collision.

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

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

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – On March 12th, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting proactive radar patrol on Country Road 36. During the patrol, an officer stopped a vehicle for speeding.

While speaking with the driver, the officer became suspicious that the driver was impaired. As a result, 55-year-old Andres Rittman from Lindsay was arrested and charged with:

–      Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

–      Speeding – 1-49 km/h Over the Posted Limit

–      Fail to Surrender Insurance Card

–      Fail to Surrender Permit for Motor Vehicle

Later that evening at approximately 9:00 p.m., OPP officers conducted a proactive patrol near Coboconk. They encountered a vehicle idling in the live lane on Cedar Road. After speaking with the driver, they initiated an impaired driving investigation.

33-year-old John Timmins from Coboconk was arrested and charged with:

–      Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

–      Driving While Under Suspension

Both individuals were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay. In accordance with impaired driving laws, their driver’s licenses have been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicles have been impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains dedicated to removing alcohol and drug-impaired drivers from the road through both enforcement and public education. If you suspect a driver is impaired, please call 9-1-1. By doing so, you could help prevent a tragic accident and potentially save a life. The OPP encourages all motorists to plan ahead: designate a driver, use a taxi, take public transit, or stay overnight. Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs can impair your ability to make sound judgments while driving.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Erica Stonefish Facing Numerous Charges

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – An impaired driver was charged with several offences after a proactive traffic stop to check sobriety.  

On March 7, 2025, at approximately 7:30 pm, an officer with the Fort Frances Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a suspicious vehicle in the 5th Street East area of town.  

Investigation determined that the driver was suspended and showing obvious signs of impairment. The driver was arrested at the scene and transported to the Fort Frances Detachment where a drug recognition evaluation was completed by one of the Detachment’s Drug Recognition Experts.  

Erica Stonefish, 42-years-old, from Fort Frances is charged with the following offences:

·      Operation while impaired drugs and alcohol

·      Fail to comply with a release order

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Novice driver presence of drug

·      Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

·      Drive motor vehicle with cannabis readily available

·      Use plate not authorized for vehicle

The accused received an additional 90-day licence suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. The accused was held in custody and has a bail hearing scheduled for March 12, 2025, in the Fort Frances Ontario Court of Justice.

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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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

43 Year Old Arrested Following 911 Call – Details Released

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – An impaired driver was taken off the road thanks to a 9-1-1 call from a concerned citizen.  

On March 7, 2025, at approximately 3:00 pm, the Fort Frances Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a 9-1-1 call from a concerned citizen who reported seeing an obviously impaired driver in the Flinders Avenue area of town.  

Officers located the vehicle in the Walmart parking lot and conducted field sobriety testing on the driver. The roadside testing confirmed that the driver was impaired by drug. The driver was arrested at the scene and transported to the Fort Frances Detachment where a drug recognition evaluation was completed by one of the Detachment’s Drug Recognition Experts.  

Brianna van Dulmen, 43-years-old, from Fort Frances is charged criminally with one count of impaired operation alcohol or drug.   

The accused driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. The accused was released by the Fort Frances OPP and is scheduled to appear in the Fort Frances Ontario Court of Justice on March 31, 2025, to speak to the charges.

The OPP relies on the public to report crime. Impaired driving is a serious crime that should be treated no differently. No amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. 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. 

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Alliston OPP Police Press Releases

MARTIN Was Arrested – Details Released

(ALLISTON, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver for driving while impaired in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On March 11, 2025, shortly after 8:30 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP were conducting general patrols eastbound on Victoria Street East, in Alliston. Officers observed a dark passenger vehicle weaving left and right over the center line, while driving at inconsistent speeds. Shortly after, officers and the passenger vehicle approached the intersection of Victoria Street East and County Road 10. Officers observed the passenger vehicle attempt to make a left turn on a red light.

The officers initiated a traffic stop North on County Road 10. Upon initially speaking to the driver, he produced a strong odour of an alcoholic beverage on his breath. The driver displayed delayed responses to the officer’s commands, and upon looking for the documents to the vehicle the accused got out of his vehicle swaying and unsteady on his feet.

At 8:52 p.m., the driver: Cooper MARTIN 30 years-old, of Essa, was arrested and charge with:  

•Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

Upon attending the Nottawasaga OPP Detachment the accused provided the first suitable breath sample. Upon officers attempting to the conduct the second breath sample the accused would no longer comply and as a result:

At 10:57 p.m. the accused was arrested for

• Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford on April 10, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

BOWERMAN Was Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested for impaired operation as a result of a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check.

On March 12, 2025, at approximately 3:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE check on Meredith Street in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI) Township. A vehicle came through the RIDE check, and police began an investigation. As a result, police determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance, and an arrest was made.

The driver, Joseph BOWERMAN, 51-years-old from NEMI Township, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence
  • Fail to have insurance card

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on April 15, 2025.

The OPP has highly trained Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) officers who are skilled in the detection and investigation of drug impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected 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 Peterborough Police Press Releases

3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals with impaired driving within a 24-hour period.

On March 8, 2025, shortly after 9:00pm, a Peterborough County OPP Officer was conducting general patrol on Highway 115 when they noticed a pickup truck in the emergency turn around lane. The officer conducted a traffic stop and was told by the driver that they were trying to get in touch with their spouse. The officer detected an odour of alcohol on the driver made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The officer observed a youth in the rear of the vehicle so requested the driver step out so as not to conduct the test in front of the youth. The driver complied with the demand resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point they were arrested. Arrangements were made for the youth to be picked up.

The driver, a 41-year-old from Kingston, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      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 April 1, 2025

On March 9, 2025, just prior to 4:30am, a Peterborough County OPP officer observed a vehicle on Parkhill Road in the City of Peterborough, driving with out any rear lights visible. The officer conducted a traffic stop and while speaking with the driver, detected the odour of alcohol coming from the driver. The officer made a demand for the ASD. The driver complied with the demand resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point they were arrested. During the interaction with the driver, it was also determined that the driver was currently suspended from operating a motor vehicle in Ontario.

Connor COWIE, age 23 from Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Drive without proper rear light – motor vehicle

·      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

The accused had their driver’s licence further suspended, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 1, 2025

On March 9, 2025, just after 9:00pm, a Peterborough County OPP officer was conducting speed enforcement on Highway 115. The officer observed a vehicle travelling a rate noticeably higher than the posted 100km/hr speed. The officer obtained a speed reading and then conducted a traffic stop. Upon speaking with the driver, the officer detected an odour of alcohol coming from the driver. The officer made a demand for the ASD. The driver complied with the demand resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point they were arrested.

Antonio CRUZ, age 56 from Etobicoke, ON., was arrested and charged with:

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

·      Speeding

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 April 1, 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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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

Rozlyn WESLEY Was Arrested

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – A Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program in Kapuskasing led to the arrest of a driver for impaired operation.

On March 1, 2025, at approximately 10:45 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle on Dallyn Avenue as part of a RIDE program. Upon speaking with the driver, officers determined the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance and placed them under arrest. The individual was transported to the Kapuskasing OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result, Rozlyn WESLEY, 41 years of age of Constance Lake, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

·        Driving while under suspension (HTA)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 17, 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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OPP Police Press Releases Puslinch

Amanda FRAGOSO Was Arrested

(PUSLINCH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrest and charge a Hamilton resident with one criminal and two provincial charges stemming from a traffic stop.

On March 1, 2025, at approximately 4:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were conducting a proactive traffic enforcement initiative and initiated a traffic stop on Highway 6 within Puslinch Township.

As a result of the investigation, Amanda FRAGOSO, a 34-year-old of Hamilton is charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Speeding 50+ km/h over posted limit
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed – community zone

Anyone charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt receives a 14-day impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on March 11, 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). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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London Police Service Police Press Releases

Bridget Anne Moore Sends One To Hospital

LONDON, ON (March 3, 2025) – As a result of the collision which occurred on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., an adult male with life-threatening injuries and an adult female with serious but non-life-threatening injuries were transported to hospital by paramedic services

The adult female, Bridget Anne Moore, 47, of London, has been charged with impaired operation causing bodily harm.

The accused is scheduled to appear in London court on April 9, 2025, in relation to the charge.

The adult man remains in hospital.

The LPS Road Safety Section continues to investigate.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers.