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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

THOMPSON Was Arrested

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – On January 12, 2025, at approximately 1:50 a.m., members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a single vehicle collision on Haldimand Road 49, Dunnville.

The investigation determined that a single vehicle was involved in a collision. The driver, and lone occupant suffered minor injuries.

As a result, 24-year-old Shinelle THOMPSON was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on February 11, 2025.

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Geraldton OPP Police Press Releases

28 Year Old Arrested For Impaired Driving

(GERALDTON, ON) – Members of the Greenstone Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged one individual with impaired operation. 

 On January 11th, 2025, at 12:25 a.m. members of the Greenstone OPP Detachment initiated to a traffic stop on Main Street in Geraldton.

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

As a result, Bridge ECHUM-LEGARDE, 28-years-old, of Longlac, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Adult Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

 The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Geraldton on February 20th, 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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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

COSENTINO – Impaired Driving

(ESSA, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver for driving while impaired in the Township of Essa.

On January 10, 2025, shortly before 11:30 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP received a call from another driver that there was a single motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 89 and County Road 56, in Essa Township.

The Officer arrived on scene shortly after, locating a grey 4 door passenger vehicle on the northbound side of County Road 56, near the east side ditch. Two occupants were in the vehicle at the time and were able to exit with no injuries.

An ASD demand was issued and as of a result of the investigation the driver,

Marco COSENTINO, 29 years-old, of Vaughn, was charge with:  

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

• Driver fail to surrender licence

• Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

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 February 27, 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.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving 

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

KEMP – Impaired Driving

(BRANT, ON) – Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision at approximately 11:51 p.m. on January 10, 2025. The incident occurred on Highway 403 and involved two vehicles that had left the roadway and entered the ditch.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers observed both vehicles unoccupied, with the drivers being assessed by EMS. The driver of a truck reported being struck from behind by another vehicle while traveling in the right lane. The collision caused both vehicles to veer into the ditch.

Officers interviewed the driver of the second vehicle, identified as Mathew KEMP. During the interaction, officers observed signs consistent with impairment, including slurred speech, bloodshot eyes, and the odour of alcohol.

Based on the investigation, officers believed KEMP had been operating the vehicle while impaired by alcohol. KEMP was arrested for impaired operation and transported to the hospital for further assessment.

As a result, Mathew KEMP a 32-year-old from Drumbo has been charged with the following:

• Operation While Impaired

• Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus

Mathew KEMP is scheduled to appear at the Brantford Court of Justice on January 23, 2025.

The Brant OPP reminds the public of the dangers of impaired driving. Anyone who observes a suspected impaired driver is encouraged to call 911 immediately.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

MONK Arrested Again

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two local men with impaired driving between January 4th and 7th, 2025.

On Saturday January 4, 2025, just before midnight, a member of the public called police concerned about the condition of a driver who appeared to be having trouble with their vehicle in a parking lot of a building centre on Manitoba Street near Falkenburg Road in Bracebridge. Officers attended, entered into an impaired driving investigation and subsequently arrested and charged 38-year-old Evan MONK of Port Sydney with the following:

  • Operation while Impaired CC 320.14(1)(a)
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand CC 320.15(1)
  • Obstruct Peace Officer CC 129(a)
  • Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code CC 320.18(1)(a) X 4.

He was held in custody for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge.

On Tuesday January 7, 2025 at 5:15 p.m. a Bracebridge OPP officer attended a service centre located on Highway 11 North in Gravenhurst and while there noticed a vehicle stopped at the gas pumps for an extended period of time. The officer approached the vehicle and had to rouse the driver. As a result of their investigation, police have arrested and charged 34-year-old Mackenzie WEAVER of Bracebridge with Operation while Impaired by Drug CC 320.14(1)(a) and Operation while Prohibited CC 320.18(1)(a). He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on February 18, 2025 to answer to his charges.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Thomas Hall Was Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – On January 9, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program.

A vehicle entered the RIDE program, and while engaging with the driver, officers observed an open container of alcohol within the vehicle. This prompted an investigation for impaired operation.

As a result of the investigation, Thomas Hall, a 29-year-old resident of Woodville, was charged with the following offence:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Driving a Motor Vehicle with an Open Container of Liquor

In addition to the charges, their license was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for a period of seven days. 

The individual was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Arrive alive, drive sober.

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

Austin STEWART Was Arrested

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – A traffic stop by the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has resulted in impaired driving charges.

On January 2, 2025, at approximately 12:45 p.m., officers stopped a vehicle on Kolb Avenue in Kapuskasing which was observed travelling with an obstructed licence plate. During the interaction with the driver, officers determined the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance. The driver was arrested and transported to the Kapuskasing OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Austin STEWART, 25 years of age of Opasatika, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·        Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 17, 2025, in Kapuskasing. In addition, the accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS).

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MATTICE-VAL CÔTÉ

18 Year Old Impaired Driver Arrested

(MATTICE-VAL CÔTÉ, ON) – A traffic stop by the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has resulted in impaired driving charges.

On January 4, 2025, at approximately 8:15 p.m., officers stopped a vehicle on King Street in Mattice which was observed travelling with no lights. During the interaction with the driver, officers determined the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance. The driver was arrested and transported to the Kapuskasing OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Karl MICHAUD, 18 years of age of Mattice-Val Côté, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 26, 2025, in Hearst. In addition, the accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

PELLETIER Was Arrested

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – A traffic stop conducted by the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has resulted in impaired driving charges.

On January 5, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., officers stopped a vehicle on Stewart Avenue in Kapuskasing after observing it travelling a high rate of speed. Upon further investigation, officers determined the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance. The driver was arrested and transported to the Kapuskasing OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Mathieu PELLETIER, 32 years of age of Kapuskasing, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 17, 2025, in Kapuskasing. In addition, the accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

HERNANDEZ-JIMENEZ Was Arrested

(LEAMINGTON, ON)-On January 5, 2025, at 12:15 a.m., a member of Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on patrol when they observed a vehicle being operated by a suspected impaired driver on Erie Street North, Municipality of Leamington.

The officer conducted a traffic stop and arrested the driver; they were transported to a local OPP detachment.

As a result, Lorenzo HERNANDEZ-JIMENEZ, a 34-year-old of Leamington, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor to speak to the charges on January 22, 2025.

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

Essex County 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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Amaranth OPP Police Press Releases

Brandon WYSOCKI Facing Numerous Charges

(AMARANTH, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an Amaranth resident with impaired operation related offences as the result of a suspicious person call for service.

On January 2, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to a male who was standing in the middle of the road holding a dog. Officers arrived on scene and spoke with the male. After a brief conversation, the officers were quickly led to an impaired driving investigation.

Brandon WYSOCKI, a 25-year-old male, from Amaranth has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

•      Poss of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)

•      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

•      Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

•      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested – Names Released

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) 2024 Festive R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign commenced on November 21, 2024, and continued until January 1, 2025. During the sixth week of the campaign from December 26 to January 1, 2025, officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the OPP conducted 33 RIDE checks throughout the detachment area.

A 41-year-old resident of Whitewater Region (WWR) was charged after encountering a RIDE check in WWR at approximately 8:30 p.m. on December 31, 2024. 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 Jose CRUZ OVALLE has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offence:

•          Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on January 27, 2025. The accused also had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days.

In addition to the Festive RIDE program results, officers charged a Renfrew resident after a single-vehicle rollover collision on Greenwood Road in Laurentian Valley Township (TLV) on December 30, 2024. Police responded to the collision at approximately 7:30 p.m., both the driver and passenger were not seriously injured.  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 20-year-old Ryan RYE has been charged with the following CC, Highway Traffic Act (HTA) and Liquor Licence Control Act (LLCA) offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus
  • Class G1 licence holder unaccompanied by a qualified driver
  • Novice driver BAC above zero
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on January 27, 2025. The accused also had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. 

On December 30, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m., police responded after a report of a possible single vehicle crash in Bonnechere Valley Township (BVT). Police located the involved vehicle and driver on Sutherland Road and investigation found that no collision had occurred. 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 30-year-old William James SUTHERLAND of BVT has been charged with the following CC offences:

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

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on January 15, 2025. The accused also had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. 

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Mulmur OPP Police Press Releases

Nadia STOECKL – Impaired Driving

(MULMUR, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an Etobicoke resident with impaired operation related offences as the result of a single motor vehicle collision.

On January 6, 2025, at approximately 1:20 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to the area of County Road 19 in the Township of Mulmur for a single motor vehicle collision.  After a brief conversation the officers were quickly led to an impaired driving investigation.

Nadia STOECKL, a 34-year-old female, from Etobicoke has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Kingsville OPP

73 Year Old Impaired Driver Arrested Following Collision

(KINGSVILLE, ON)- Driver facing charges after two-vehicle collision in Kingsville.

On January 2, 2025, at 7:19 p.m., members of the Kingsville Detachment Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Road 2 East, Town of Kingsville, for the report of a two-vehicle collision.

The driver of one of the involved vehicles was arrested and transported to a local OPP detachment.

As a result, Spiros ATHANASOPOULOS, a 73-year-old of Kingsville, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

·        Improper right turn

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor to speak to the charges on January 14, 2025.

There were no serious injuries reported.

Essex County 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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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

19 Impaired Drivers Arrested By DRPS

DRPS completed its sixth and final week of the 2024 Festive RIDE program, stopping more than 1,600 vehicles and charging 19 drivers with impaired driving offences.

This week, the RIDE team was joined by DRPS Auxiliary officers who assisted on the RIDE line. On New Year’s Eve our team checked nearly 500 cars for sobriety and noted that a high number of these drivers were designated drivers or ride share services. We thank all those who made the right choice and drove sober this holiday season.


The 2024 Festive RIDE final totals are as follows (with the 2023 Festive RIDE final totals in brackets).

16,227   (12,682)  Vehicles stopped by R.I.D.E. 

1145           (533)  People given Roadside Breath Tests

102               (40)  People received “3 Day Suspensions” for registering a “WARN” 

 16                (19)  Novice Driver received a 3, 7 or 30-day licence suspension

105               (87)  People were charged with Impaired Driving Offences

154             (130)  Impaired / Exceed/ Refuse Charges laid

47                 (64)  Other Criminal Code Charges

1214           (972)  Charged with various Highway Traffic Act offences

17                   (3)  Drug Offences

15                 (11)  Provincial Cannabis Act Charges

As the 2024 Festive RIDE program comes to a close we remind the public that our officers work 24/7/365 and are always focused on road safety and reducing impaired driving.

This year 105 drivers were removed from our roads for impaired driving – a choice they made. A choice that jeopardizes the safety of everyone. This represents a nearly 20 per cent increase over last year. That being said, over 16,000 vehicles were checked, proving the majority of the drivers are following the rules and regulations.

Our members are thankful for that and incredibly grateful for the calls and information provided by the public with respect to impaired drivers. Please remember: If you see something, say something. Report suspected impaired driving by calling 911 – it could save a life.

A complete list of those charged with Impaired/Exceed is posted on our website www.drps.ca.

Note: Under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, anyone charged with a criminal impaired driving offence will have their driver’s licence suspended for ninety days and their vehicle impounded automatically for seven days.